DUCK MEATBALLS recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 13 2026
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Duck Meatballs Recipe

Inspired by Essex Restaurant
Time1h
Serves4

Five-Spice Rice Crisps | Chilis | Cilantro Sesame | Pineapple-Hoisin Glaze

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Ingredients

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Duck Meatballs

Five-Spice Rice Crisps

Pineapple-Hoisin Glaze

Garnish

Method

Duck Meatballs

1

Prepare the Meatballs

In a large bowl, combine ground duck, garlic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, egg, bread crumbs, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until combined.

2

Form and Cook Meatballs

Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat and cook the meatballs until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Five-Spice Rice Crisps

3

Prepare the Rice Crisps

In a bowl, mix the cooked rice with five-spice powder until evenly coated.

4

Fry the Rice Crisps

In a frying pan, heat oil. Once hot, drop spoonfuls of the rice mixture into the oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Pineapple-Hoisin Glaze

5

Make the Glaze

In a saucepan, combine pineapple juice and hoisin sauce. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then add to the saucepan. Bring to a simmer and stir until thickened, about 5 minutes.

Assembly and Serving

6

Serve the Dish

On a plate, place a few rice crisps, top with duck meatballs, drizzle with pineapple-hoisin glaze, and garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced chilis.