Best 3 Asian Duck Salad Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to Asia through our delectable Asian duck salad recipes. These vibrant and flavorful salads showcase the harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors that define Asian cuisine. From the classic Peking duck salad to the refreshing Vietnamese duck salad, each recipe offers a unique symphony of textures and tastes that will leave you craving more.

Embark on a culinary adventure with our Peking duck salad, where succulent, roasted duck is paired with crisp cucumber, aromatic scallions, and a luscious hoisin dressing. This classic dish is a delightful interplay of flavors and textures that will captivate your palate.

Next, transport yourself to the vibrant streets of Vietnam with our invigorating Vietnamese duck salad. This refreshing salad features tender duck, crunchy peanuts, and a tangy dressing made with fish sauce, lime juice, and herbs. The vibrant flavors and textures will awaken your senses and leave you feeling revitalized.

For those who prefer a spicy kick, our Szechuan duck salad is a must-try. This fiery salad combines tender duck, crisp vegetables, and a bold dressing made with Szechuan peppercorns, chili oil, and soy sauce. The heat from the peppers is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the duck and the crunch of the vegetables, creating an unforgettable culinary experience.

Last but not least, our Thai duck salad is a delightful fusion of sweet, sour, and savory flavors. This salad features succulent duck, crisp vegetables, and a vibrant dressing made with tamarind paste, fish sauce, and lime juice. The perfect balance of flavors and textures will leave you craving more.

No matter your taste preferences, our Asian duck salad recipes offer a delightful culinary journey that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Asia. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary adventure with these delectable dishes.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ASIAN STYLE DRESSING- FROM JAMIE OLIVER'S WINTER SALAD WITH DUCK



Asian Style Dressing- from Jamie Oliver's Winter Salad With Duck image

This is a dressing recipe from the new Food Network show Jamie at Home. They didn't list the recipe on Food Network's site, so I'm putting it here for safe keeping. I find it tastes really fabulous over long thin slices of grated carrots as a carrot salad.

Provided by Piaqua

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1/3 cup, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons lime juice (or the juice of 2 limes)
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon unrefined sugar
1 small chile
1 small garlic clove
4 scallions (top half only)
1 tablespoon cilantro (or (to taste)

Steps:

  • Juice two limes into a bowl big enough for you to whisk your dressing.
  • Add the olive oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, and sugar to the bowl.
  • Grate the small chili (red pepper flakes may be substituted here) and the garlic clove over the bowl into your dressing.
  • Whisk together.
  • Finely chop the scallion tops and cilantro and stir into dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.4, Fat 14.7, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 255.4, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 2.3, Protein 1.1

ASIAN DUCK CONFIT WITH CITRUS PEA SPROUT SALAD



Asian Duck Confit with Citrus Pea Sprout Salad image

Provided by Ming Tsai

Time 4h39m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

3 cups coarse sea salt
4 cups brown sugar
1 bunch thyme
1 bunch mint
1 bunch cilantro, washed, dried
10 sliced shallots
10 sliced cloves garlic
1/2 cup five-spice powder, toasted
1/4 cup black peppercorns
8 Thai bird chiles, roughly chopped
5 stalks lemongrass, roughly chopped
1 large ginger root, washed, sliced skin on
8 to 10 legs, washed and patted dry
8 pound bag duck fat
1 lemon, juiced
1 lime, juiced
1 orange, juiced
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon white truffle oil
1/4 cup chopped chives
1/4 cup picked chervil leaves
Salt and black pepper
Salt and black pepper
1 pound sprouts

Steps:

  • Duck Confit:
  • Duck Confit: In a large bowl, mix everything together but the duck and fat. In a tall pan, line the bottom with a layer of the mixture. Place duck legs on top, then cover with another layer. Place in refrigerator overnight (24 hours). In a tall casserole or rondo, melt the duck fat. Set oven at 300 degrees. Wipe off all the mixture and place in fat. Watch carefully, you never want the fat to boil. Cook in the oven for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours, or until meat is falling off the bone. Pull from fat and serve immediately or when stored overnight, pan sear at medium heat until brown and crispy on both sides.
  • Citrus Pea Sprout Salad:
  • For the Citrus Pea Sprout Salad: In a small bowl, combine the juices and whisk in the oils. Season and add the herbs. Check for flavor and toss with the sprouts.
  • Plating: Place a small mound of the salad on a plate and top with two duck legs.

ASIAN DUCK SALAD



Asian Duck Salad image

Provided by Trish Hall

Categories     dinner, salads and dressings

Time 45m

Yield 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 roasted duck or chicken
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 bunch Chinese long green beans
1/2 pound fresh or canned water chestnuts
2 mangoes
2 scallions
1 red pepper
Juice of 3 limes
1/3 cup peanut oil
1 tablespoon fresh chopped ginger root
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Remove duck or chicken meat from bones and shred.
  • Trim green beans, cut into three-inch lengths.
  • Fill a large pot with water and bring to boil. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and green beans and cook about five minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water.
  • Peel and halve water chestnuts. Peel and dice mangoes. Chop the scallions. Remove seeds and ribs from pepper and cut into thin strips.
  • In a large bowl, mix lime juice with oil. Add mango and ginger root. Mix, and add the meat, beans, water chestnuts, scallions and peppers. Mix gently. Season with salt and pepper. Arrange on a large platter.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 546, UnsaturatedFat 24 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 31 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 893 milligrams, Sugar 18 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use duck breasts that have been dry-aged for at least 24 hours.
  • When searing the duck breasts, be sure to render the fat well. This will help to crisp up the skin and give the duck a delicious flavor.
  • When making the Asian dressing, be sure to use fresh lime juice and cilantro. These ingredients will give the dressing a bright and flavorful taste.
  • If you don't have any watercress, you can use arugula or baby spinach instead.
  • Serve the Asian duck salad immediately after it is made. This will ensure that the duck is still warm and crispy.

Conclusion:

This Asian duck salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The duck is cooked to perfection and the Asian dressing is flavorful and tangy. The watercress adds a nice peppery flavor and the peanuts add a crunchy texture. Overall, this salad is a well-balanced and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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