Jean-Georges Vongerichten's Crispy Aromatic Duck Recipe

Name: Jean-Georges Vongerichten's Crispy Aromatic Duck
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16-pound duck; ⅔ cup kosher salt; 1/4 cup black peppercorns; 5 tablespoons Sichuan peppercorns; 3 tablespoons cumin seeds; 2 tablespoons five-spice powder; 63-by- 1/8-inch slices peeled fresh ginger root; 12 scallions, 6 cut into 3-inch lengths, 6 finely shredded; Flour for dusting; 1 to 2 cups peanut oil; Chinese mandarin pancakes (see note); Hoisin sauce

Servings: persons

16-pound duck
⅔ cup kosher salt
1/4 cup black peppercorns
5 tablespoons Sichuan peppercorns
3 tablespoons cumin seeds
2 tablespoons five-spice powder
63-by- 1/8-inch slices peeled fresh ginger root
12 scallions, 6 cut into 3-inch lengths, 6 finely shredded
Flour for dusting
1 to 2 cups peanut oil
Chinese mandarin pancakes (see note)
Hoisin sauce

1
Rinse and dry the duck.
2
Rub it inside and out with a mixture of salt, peppercorns, cumin and spice powder, then refrigerate in a plastic bag overnight.
3
Brush the spices off the duck and stuff the ginger and 3-inch lengths of scallion into the cavity.
4
Steam, covered, for 2 hours, adding boiling water as necessary.
5
Remove the duck and discard the ginger and scallions.
6
Cool until dry, about 2 hours.
7
Cut the duck into quarters, dust with flour and shake off excess.
8
Fry the legs and thighs in peanut oil for 12 to 15 minutes, breasts 8 to 10 minutes, until crisp.
9
Drain, and when cool, shred the meat with a fork.
10
To serve, brush each pancake with hoisin to taste, add some shredded duck and scallions and roll up as for Peking duck.

1454

kcal

Calories

Fat

294

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16-pound duck, ⅔ cup kosher salt, 1/4 cup black peppercorns, 5 tablespoons Sichuan peppercorns, and more.

Yes, Jean-Georges Vongerichten's Crispy Aromatic Duck 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.

Jean-Georges Vongerichten's Crispy Aromatic Duck

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