Mandarin Duck in Five Spice Sauce (五香橙汁片皮鸭)
This recipe for 五香橙汁片皮鸭 (Mandarin Duck in Five Spice Sauce) is a classic dish from Chinese Imperial Cuisine, known for its rich flavors and exquisite presentation.
Ingredients
- 1 whole duck, about 5 lbs, with skin
- 1 tablespoon five spice powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup freshly squeezed mandarin orange juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 mandarin oranges, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the duck and pat dry. Rub the five spice powder and salt all over the duck, including inside the cavity.
- In a small bowl, mix the mandarin orange juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Set aside.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, place the duck skin side down. Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes to render the fat.
- Turn the duck over and pour the mandarin orange juice mixture over the duck. Cover and simmer for 1 hour, basting the duck with the sauce every 15 minutes.
- Transfer the duck to a serving platter and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Garnish with sliced mandarin oranges and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large pot or Dutch oven Sharp knife Cutting board
Tools
Basting brush Serving platter
Serving suggestions
Serve the 五香橙汁片皮鸭 with steamed jasmine rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a crispier skin, you can finish the duck under the broiler for a few minutes after simmering.
Cost
$25