Honey Orange Duck Recipe

Name: Honey Orange Duck
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole duck, 4 lbs; 3 whole star anise; 1 sprig parsley; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/2 cup orange juice, fresh; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons sherry wine; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ginger juice; water (enough to cover duck)

Servings: persons

1
Boil water in a large kettle.
2
Place duck, anise and parsley in boiling water; cook 10 minutes.
3
Remove duck from water; let cool on rack for 2 hours.
4
Preheat oven to 350*.
5
Bake duck on rack in a roasting pan for 1 1/2 hours.
6
Mix orange juice, soy sauce, honey, sherry, salt and ginger juice.
7
Pour half of mixture into cavity and brush remaining mixture on duck.
8
Bake 30-40 minutes more; basting every 10 minutes during the last 1/2 hour of baking.
9
Transfer duck to a platter.
10
Garnish with orange slices.
11
Serve hot.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole duck, 4 lbs, 3 whole star anise, 1 sprig parsley, 1/4 cup soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Honey Orange Duck falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Honey Orange Duck

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