Sesame Duck Recipe
Battered fried duck in sesame sauce.
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Ingredients
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Duck and Batter
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Duck
Trim the duck breast of excess fat and score the skin in a crosshatch pattern.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, whisk together eggs and water. Gradually add wet ingredients to the dry mixture until smooth.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot (about 350°F or 175°C).
- 4
Fry the Duck
Dip the duck breast in the batter and carefully place it in the hot oil. Fry for about 6-8 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Make the Sauce
In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 6
Serve
Slice the fried duck and drizzle the sesame sauce over the top. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
