How to Cook a Peking Duck

Are you craving that crispy, succulent Peking duck but don’t want to drop a fortune at a restaurant? Why not try making it at home? With a little bit of patience and some simple ingredients, you can whip up your own mouthwatering Peking duck right in your own kitchen. Follow this step-by-step guide to create a delicious Peking duck that will impress your family and friends!

Ingredients:

• 1 whole duck, about 5-6 pounds
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp Chinese five-spice powder
• 1 tsp ginger, minced
• 1 tsp garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Rinse the duck inside and out with cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
3. In a small bowl, combine the honey, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, Chinese five-spice powder, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
4. Brush the marinade all over the duck, making sure to coat it evenly. Allow the duck to marinate for at least 2 hours, but preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
5. Place the duck on a wire rack in a roasting pan, breast-side up. Pour 1 cup of water into the roasting pan to create steam during cooking.
6. Roast the duck in the preheated oven for 2 hours, basting with the pan juices every 30 minutes. If the skin is getting too dark, cover it loosely with foil.
7. After 2 hours, increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and roast the duck for an additional 30 minutes to crisp up the skin.
8. Remove the duck from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving. Serve the Peking duck with steamed pancakes, hoisin sauce, sliced cucumber, and scallions.

Enjoy Your Homemade Peking Duck!

Now that you know how to cook a Peking duck at home, you can satisfy your craving anytime you want. Impress your loved ones with this flavorful and aromatic dish that tastes just like it came from a fancy Chinese restaurant. Bon appétit!