World Flavors Cookbook

Cantonese Roast Duck

Fragrant, succulent roasted duck with crispy skin, marinated with five-spice and honey.

Cuisine: China

Ingredients

• 1 whole duck
• Marinade: Five-spice powder, salt, sugar, hoisin sauce, ginger, garlic
• Skin glaze: Maltose or honey, rice vinegar, water

Instructions

1. Pump air under the skin, scald with boiling water, and dry thoroughly (often overnight).
2. Stuff with marinade and sew closed. Apply glaze to the skin.
3. Roast in a specialized oven or hang in a convection oven until golden and crisp.
4. Chop into pieces and serve with plum sauce.