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Chinese Braised Duck

Chinese Braised Duck
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Chinese Braised Duck is a classic Cantonese dish that embodies the richness of traditional Chinese cooking. Braising infuses the duck with a deep, flavorful broth, making the meat incredibly tender.

Ingredients

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  • 1 whole (4-5 pounds) duck, cleaned and trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, sliced
  • 2 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • Salt to taste

Substitutions and Variations:

  • Vegetable oil: Can be substituted with sesame oil for a nuttier flavor.
  • Chicken broth: Vegetable broth can be used if you prefer.

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in the wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Step 2: Place the duck in the wok, breast side down. Sear until the skin is golden brown and crisp, about 5 minutes on each side. You may need to tilt the duck to sear all sides evenly.
  3. Step 3: Remove the duck from the wok. Discard most of the rendered fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the wok.
  4. Step 4: Add the minced garlic and sliced ginger to the wok. Stir-fry until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Step 5: Add the star anise and cinnamon stick, stir for an additional 30 seconds.
  6. Step 6: Pour in the light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Stir to combine.
  7. Step 7: Return the duck to the wok, breast side down. Pour the chicken broth over the duck. The liquid should cover about two-thirds of the duck.
  8. Step 8: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and braise for 60-75 minutes, occasionally basting the duck with the liquid.
  9. Step 9: After braising, uncover and add the green onions. Cook for another 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
  10. Step 10: Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt if necessary. Remove the star anise and cinnamon stick before serving.

Notes

Keep an eye on the liquid level; add more broth if it gets too low to prevent burning.

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