Description
Turn dinner into a celebration with this Delicious Five Spice Roasted Duck with Sweet Tea Glaze. Crispy skin, tender meat, and a sticky, caramelized glaze make every bite unforgettable.
Ingredients
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1 whole duck (4–5 lbs / 1.8–2.3 kg), cleaned and patted dry
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2 tsp Chinese five spice powder
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1 tsp kosher salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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3 tbsp honey
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1 cup strong brewed black tea, cooled
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2 tbsp brown sugar
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp grated fresh ginger
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1 orange, thinly sliced (optional)
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2 sprigs fresh rosemary (optional)
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1 tbsp cornstarch (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove excess fat from duck cavity, pat dry, and score skin. Season with salt, pepper, and five spice powder.
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Place duck breast-side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Roast for 60 minutes, basting occasionally with rendered fat.
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Prepare glaze: simmer tea, honey, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger until slightly thickened. Stir in cornstarch for extra thickness if desired.
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Brush glaze over duck after 60 minutes. Continue roasting 20–30 minutes, brushing every 10 minutes.
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Remove duck from oven at 165°F (74°C) internal temperature. Let rest 10–15 minutes.
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Garnish with orange slices and rosemary. Carve and serve, pouring extra glaze over slices.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American