Duck Tareko (Crispy Deep-Fried Duck Marinated In Nepali Spices) Recipe

Name: Duck Tareko (Crispy Deep-Fried Duck Marinated In Nepali Spices)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 -6 lbs whole duck, cleaned and washed; 1 tablespoon cumin powder; 1 tablespoon chili paste; 2 tablespoons ginger paste; 1 tablespoon garlic paste; 1 teaspoon ground szechwan pepper (timur); 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 2 tablespoons molasses; 2 tablespoons honey; salt and pepper; oil (for deep frying)

Servings: persons

5 -6 lbs whole duck, cleaned and washed
1 tablespoon cumin powder
1 tablespoon chili paste
2 tablespoons ginger paste
1 tablespoon garlic paste
1 teaspoon ground szechwan pepper (timur)
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons honey
salt and pepper
oil (for deep frying)

1
In a small bowl, combine cumin, ginger, garlic, timur, nutmeg, half teaspoon of turmeric, salt and pepper; mix well.
2
Clean duck; wipe dry.
3
Rub duck inside and out with the spice mixture.
4
Let rest to marinate for at least eight hours.
5
Place marinated duck in a steamer and steam for at least one hour.
6
Remove from steamer and let cool down.
7
Combine a half teaspoon of turmeric, chili paste, molasses, honey and salt, and smother over the duck, inside and out.
8
In a deep fryer heat oil to 360F.
9
Dip the steamed duck in frying oil.
10
Fry duck, turning periodically, until the duck skin is golden brown and crispy.
11
Remove from oil and place on paper towel to absorb excess oil.
12
To serve, cut crispy duck into bite-size pieces.
13
Serve with rice pilaf, accompanied with mango chutney.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 -6 lbs whole duck, cleaned and washed, 1 tablespoon cumin powder, 1 tablespoon chili paste, 2 tablespoons ginger paste, and more.

Yes, Duck Tareko (Crispy Deep-Fried Duck Marinated In Nepali Spices) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Duck Tareko (Crispy Deep-Fried Duck Marinated In Nepali Spices)

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