Fragrant Duck Recipe

Time1h 15m

Serves4

Twice cooked fresh duck spiced with sichuan peppercorn and five spice. Served with steamed buns, sichuan peppercorn salt, and sweet plum sauce.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Duck
Score the skin of the duck breasts in a crosshatch pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat. Season both sides with salt, Sichuan peppercorns, and five spice powder.
2
First Cooking
Place the duck breasts skin-side down in a cold skillet. Slowly heat the skillet over medium heat and render the fat from the skin for about 10-15 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and let rest.
3
Marinate the Duck
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey. Brush the mixture over the duck breasts and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
4
Second Cooking
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the marinated duck breasts in a baking dish and roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes until cooked to your desired doneness. Let rest for another 5 minutes before slicing.
5
Prepare the Sichuan Peppercorn Salt
In a small bowl, combine the remaining Sichuan peppercorns and salt. Crush lightly with a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder.
6
Serve
Slice the duck breasts and serve with steamed buns, Sichuan peppercorn salt, and sweet plum sauce on the side.