Kao Ya Wu Gua (roasted Duck With Taro)

Kao Ya Wu Gua is a traditional dish from Guangxi Cuisine that combines succulent roasted duck with tender taro, creating a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Guangxi Chinese Cuisine Roasted Duck Taro Recipe
Kao Ya Wu Gua (roasted Duck With Taro)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole duck, about 4 lbs
  • 1 lb taro, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice wine
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp five-spice powder
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Prick the duck skin with a fork and rub with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the duck on a roasting rack and roast for 1.5 hours, until golden and crispy.
  4. In a large pot, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice wine, sugar, and five-spice powder.
  5. Add the roasted duck, taro, and chicken broth to the pot.
  6. Simmer over low heat for 30 minutes, until the duck is tender and the taro is cooked through.
  7. Transfer the duck and taro to a serving platter and spoon the sauce over the top.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Roasting rack Large pot Serving platter

Tools

Oven Knife Fork Spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve the Kao Ya Wu Gua with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, marinate the duck in the soy sauce mixture overnight before roasting.

Cost

$25