Mandarin Orange Glazed Peking Duck

Mandarin Orange Glazed Peking Duck is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a combination of succulent duck meat and tangy mandarin orange glaze that will leave your taste buds craving for more.

To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:

- 1 whole Peking duck
- 1 cup mandarin orange juice
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- Salt and pepper to taste

For serving, you will need:

- Mandarin orange slices
- Fresh cilantro leaves
- Steamed buns or pancakes
To start, preheat your oven to 375°F. Rinse the duck inside and out with cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season the duck with salt and pepper, then place it on a roasting rack in a roasting pan. Roast the duck for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
While the duck is roasting, prepare the mandarin orange glaze. In a saucepan, combine the mandarin orange juice, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and Chinese five-spice powder. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the glaze has thickened.
Once the duck is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Brush the mandarin orange glaze all over the duck, making sure to coat it evenly. Return the duck to the oven and roast for another 10-15 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and sticky.
To serve, carve the duck into thin slices and arrange them on a platter. Garnish with mandarin orange slices and fresh cilantro leaves. Serve with steamed buns or pancakes on the side.
This Mandarin Orange Glazed Peking Duck is a perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors. The crispy skin of the duck is perfectly complemented by the tangy and sweet mandarin orange glaze. The dish is best served hot and is perfect for any special occasion.
Type of dish: Main course
Ingredients: Peking duck, mandarin orange juice, honey