Jul 14 2026
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Honey Lacquered Roasted Duck Recipe

Inspired by Lazy Betty
Time2h
Serves4

Tokyo Turnips, Huckleberry Compote

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Ingredients

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For the Honey Lacquered Roasted Duck

For the Tokyo Turnips

For the Huckleberry Compote

Method

For the Honey Lacquered Roasted Duck

  1. 1

    Prepare the Duck

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Rinse the duck under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Remove any excess fat from the cavity.

  2. 2

    Make the Marinade

    In a mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, five spice powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

  3. 3

    Marinate the Duck

    Rub the marinade all over the duck, including under the skin and inside the cavity. Let the duck marinate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.

  4. 4

    Roast the Duck

    Place the duck on a roasting rack over a roasting pan. Brush with vegetable oil. Roast in the oven for about 1.5 hours, basting every 30 minutes with the pan juices until the skin is golden brown and crispy.

  5. 5

    Rest and Serve

    Remove the duck from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving. Serve with Tokyo turnips and huckleberry compote.

For the Tokyo Turnips

  1. 6

    Prepare the Turnips

    While the duck is roasting, peel the Tokyo turnips and cut them into quarters.

  2. 7

    Cook the Turnips

    In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the turnips and salt, and sauté for about 10-15 minutes until they are tender and lightly caramelized.

  3. 8

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

For the Huckleberry Compote

  1. 9

    Combine Ingredients

    In a saucepan, combine huckleberries, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and water.

  2. 10

    Cook the Compote

    Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for about 5-10 minutes until it thickens.

  3. 11

    Cool and Serve

    Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving alongside the duck.

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