How to Make Peking Duck - A Step-by-Step Guide

Peking Duck is a traditional Chinese dish that dates back to the imperial era. This iconic dish is known for its crispy skin, tender meat, and rich flavors. It has been enjoyed by people in China for centuries and has also gained popularity around the world. Peking Duck is typically served with thin pancakes, spring onions, and Hoisin sauce, creating a harmonious blend of savory and sweet flavors.

The process of making Peking Duck is an art form in itself. The duck is first marinated ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (4 pound) whole duck, dressed
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 5 green onions, divided
  • ½ cup plum jam
  • ¼ cup finely chopped chutney
  • 1 ½ teaspoons sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons distilled white vinegar
  • 1 orange, sliced in rounds
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 50 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Rinse duck inside and out; pat dry. Cut off tail and discard.
  • Mix cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, white pepper, and cloves together in a small bowl. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of spice mix into cavity of duck. Stir 1 tablespoon soy sauce into remaining spice mix and rub evenly over entire outside of duck. Cut 1 green onion in half and tuck it inside cavity. Cover and refrigerate duck for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
  • Place duck breast-side up on a rack set in a wok or pot. Steam for 1 hour, adding more water as it evaporates. Lift duck with two large spoons to drain juices and green onion. Place duck breast-side up in a roasting pan and prick skin all over with a fork.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Roast duck in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  • Mix together remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce and honey in a small bowl. Brush honey mixture onto duck.
  • Increase the oven temperature to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). Roast until skin is richly browned, about 5 minutes. Do not allow skin to char.
  • Mix plum jam, chutney, sugar, and vinegar in a small serving bowl. Chop remaining green onions and place them into a separate bowl.
  • Place whole duck onto a serving platter and garnish with orange slices and fresh parsley. Serve with plum sauce and chopped green onions.
  • Nutrition

    556 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 91mg
    • Sodium: 748mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 42g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 31mg
    • Calcium: 56mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 458mg