Soy Sauce Duck
Tender duck braised in a savory soy-based sauce until the skin is glossy and the meat falls off the bone.
⏱ 90 minServes 4Chinese
Ingredients
- •1 whole duck (about 2 kg), cut into pieces
- •1/2 cup soy sauce
- •3 tablespoons dark soy sauce
- •2 tablespoons sugar
- •4 slices ginger
- •4 cloves garlic, smashed
- •2 star anise
- •1 stick cinnamon
- •2 cups water
- •2 scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces
- •1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Directions
- 1Heat oil in a large pot or wok over medium-high heat. Brown the duck pieces on all sides for 5-7 minutes, then remove and set aside.
- 2In the same pot, stir-fry ginger and garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 3Return duck to the pot and add soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, star anise, and cinnamon. Stir well to coat.
- 4Pour in water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5Add scallions and cook uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until the sauce reduces and thickens slightly.
- 6Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with steamed rice.
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