Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant streets of Asia with these tantalizing BBQ duck pancakes. This delectable dish combines the smoky richness of perfectly grilled duck with the freshness of crisp cucumber, scallions, and aromatic hoisin sauce, all wrapped in delicate pancakes. You'll also discover delectable recipes for savory scallion pancakes from scratch, a flavorful hoisin sauce bursting with sweet and savory notes, and a refreshing cucumber salad that adds a vibrant crunch to each bite. Let your taste buds dance with this symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas, a true celebration of Asian culinary artistry.
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ASIAN BBQ DUCK PANCAKES WITH HOISIN, SCALLIONS, AND CUCUMBER
Steps:
- In a large pot, bring the water to a boil. Place the duck in boiling water and simmer for 5 minutes. Let cool and dry. While the duck is cooling, in a saucepan, add peanut
- oil. Heat. Add ginger, star anise, Chinese five spice powder, soy sauce and honey. Add sesame oil. Bring mixture to a boil. Cover duck with marinade and place in the refrigerator overnight.
- The next day: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Drain and pat duck dry. In a roasting pan with rack and 1/2 cup of water. Roast 2 hours. Let cool then, remove the meat from the carcass and save the skin. Cut the duck into strips, and then assemble the pancake.
- In a warm oven or grill, heat the pancake. Spread 1/2 tablespoon hoisin sauce over each pancake. Place 2 to 3 ounces of duck, 2 cucumber strips and 2 scallion strips in front of the pancake. Then roll it like sushi into a tube shape. Cut off the end, then cut the remaining pieces into 1-inch rounds. Arrange on a serving tray and garnish with the crisp skin and fresh cilantro
ROTISSERIE DUCK WITH HOISIN BASTE SERVED WITH GRILLED ORANGES, SCALLIONS AND PANCAKES
Steps:
- One day before you grill the duck, set the duck on a baking rack set over a baking sheet and store in the refrigerator uncovered to dry.
- Heat grill to medium heat and set up rotisserie. Season duck with salt and pepper and skewer it onto the rotisserie rod. Place a drip pan under the duck to catch the rendered fat. Once the fat had begun to render off the duck, brush with the Hoisin Baste every 10 minutes. Cook the duck for 1 to 1 1/2 hours for medium-rare doneness. Remove from the grill and brush with more of the baste. Let the duck rest for 10 minutes before slicing into thin slices.
- Drizzle the oranges with peanut oil, Place oranges on the grill, flesh side down and grill until golden brown. Remove from the grill and cut each 1/2 into 1/4's.
- Drain scallions. Place Hoisin Baste, 2 slices of duck and scallions onto each pancake. Squeeze grilled orange over the meat, roll and eat.
- Heat oil in a medium saucepan on side burners or on the grates of the grill. Add onions, garlic and ginger and cook until soft. Add remaining ingredients and season with salt. Cook until the tomatoes cook down, about 25 to 30 minutes. Use an immersion blender to puree or transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Return the sauce to the saucepan and cook until thickened, about 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool to room temperature.
HOMEMADE CHINESE-STYLE CRISPY DUCK IN A PANCAKE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: duck legs, boiling water, soft brown sugar, rice vinegar, spring onion, ginger, salt, five spice, soft brown sugar, chinese pancakes, hoisin sauce, spring onions, cucumber
Provided by Evelyn Liu
Categories Dinner
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Lightly score into the skin of the duck legs.
- In boiling hot water, add vinegar and sugar. Stir.
- Submerge the duck legs in the glaze mix for 20 seconds.
- Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).
- Pad dry the duck legs with kitchen roll.
- Mix well all the marinade ingredients.
- Give the duck legs a good rub in the marinade.
- On a cooling rack set over a baking tray, place a bed of the marinade then put the duck legs on top. Make sure they are skin side up.
- Roast the duck legs for 30 minutes on 160°C (320°F).
- Turn up the oven to 200°C (400˚F) and roast the duck for another 20 minutes.
- Rest the duck legs for 10 minutes, then shred them with two forks.
- Serve with Chinese pancakes, hoisin sauce, shredded spring onions, and sliced cucumber.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 16 grams
Tips:
- Use a sharp knife to score the duck skin to allow the marinade to penetrate better and help the skin crisp up during cooking.
- Combine light and dark soy sauce, honey, five-spice, and Shaoxing wine to make a flavorful marinade for the duck. Marinate the duck for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Roast the duck at a high temperature for a crispy skin, then reduce the heat and continue roasting until the duck is cooked through. Baste the duck with the marinade every 20-30 minutes to keep it moist and flavorful.
- Make the hoisin sauce by simmering hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Add a touch of Sriracha for a spicy kick.
- Serve the duck pancakes with hoisin sauce, sliced scallions, cucumber, and pickled radish. Wrap the duck and vegetables in a pancake and enjoy!
Conclusion:
Asian BBQ Duck Pancakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or even a late-night snack. The crispy duck skin, tender meat, and flavorful hoisin sauce make this dish a favorite among many. Whether you're hosting a party or simply looking for a new and exciting meal, these Asian BBQ Duck Pancakes are sure to impress.
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