Honey-Glazed Five-Spice Duck Crepes
Indulge in these exquisite Honey-Glazed Five-Spice Duck Crepes, a perfect blend of savory and sweet. The tender duck is marinated with aromatic spices and honey, then elegantly wrapped in delicate crepes that are great for entertaining or a special family meal. With vibrant garnishes of spring onions and chilies, each bite delivers an explosion of flavor that will impress your guests and have them coming back for more. Perfect as an appetizer or a main dish, these crepes are a delightful twist on traditional duck preparations.
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Duck
1.5 kg (Whole, cleaned)
Soy sauce
1 cup (For boiling and marinade)
Green ginger
5 cm (Grated)
Garlic cloves
2 (Crushed)
Five-spice powder
1.5 tablespoons (For marinade and boiling)
Crepes
20 pieces (Prepared and cooled)
Honey
2 tablespoons (For marinade)
Brown sugar
2 tablespoons (For marinade)
Dry sherry
2 tablespoons (For marinade)
Salt
1/2 tablespoon (For marinade)
Sesame oil
1/2 tablespoon (For marinade)
Spring onions
4 (Sliced, for garnish)
Red chilies
4 (Sliced, for garnish)
Instructions
1
Fill a large pot with water and add the soy sauce, grated ginger, crushed garlic, and five-spice powder. Bring the mixture to a brisk boil over high heat for about 2 minutes.
2
Carefully add the whole duck to the pot and boil briskly for an additional 2 minutes. Let the duck sit in the pot until it cools to a warm temperature. Remove the duck and drain it well.
3
Using a sharp knife, cut the duck in half through the center of the breast bone. Allow any excess liquid to drain off and place the duck halves in a tray.
4
In a bowl, mix the honey, brown sugar, dry sherry, salt, sesame oil, and soy sauce to create the marinade. Rub the marinade thoroughly into the duck skin, ensuring it is fully coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
5
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Once marinated, bake the duck in the oven for 30 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
6
Let the duck cool before slicing it thinly with a very sharp knife.
7
To assemble the crepes, fold each crepe diagonally, placing a portion of duck meat in the center. Fold the right side of the crepe over the duck, then fold the left side over the top to create a pocket.
8
Garnish with sliced spring onions and red chilies before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Honey-Glazed Five-Spice Duck Crepes?
They are an exquisite blend of savory and sweet flavors featuring tender duck marinated in aromatic spices and honey, wrapped in delicate crepes.
What is the main protein in this recipe?
The main protein is a 1.5 kg whole duck.
How do you prepare the boiling liquid for the duck?
Fill a large pot with water and add soy sauce, grated ginger, crushed garlic, and five-spice powder, then bring to a boil.
How long should the duck be boiled?
The duck should be boiled briskly for 2 minutes.
What should I do after boiling the duck?
Let the duck sit in the pot until it reaches a warm temperature, then remove and drain it well.
How should the duck be cut before marinating?
Use a sharp knife to cut the duck in half through the center of the breast bone.
What ingredients make up the honey glaze marinade?
The marinade consists of honey, brown sugar, dry sherry, salt, sesame oil, and soy sauce.
How should the marinade be applied?
Rub the marinade thoroughly into the duck skin until it is fully coated.
How long does the duck need to marinate?
The duck should be marinated in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
What is the required oven temperature for baking the duck?
Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
How long do you bake the marinated duck?
Bake the duck in the oven for 30 minutes.
What is the target texture for the duck skin?
The duck skin should be crispy and golden brown after baking.
How should the duck be sliced for serving?
Let the duck cool first, then slice it thinly with a very sharp knife.
How many crepes are used in this recipe?
This recipe uses 20 prepared and cooled crepes.
How do you fold the crepes?
Fold each crepe diagonally, place the duck in the center, fold the right side over, and then the left side over to create a pocket.
What garnishes are recommended for these crepes?
Garnish with sliced spring onions and red chilies.
Can this recipe be served as an appetizer?
Yes, these crepes are perfect as either an appetizer or a main dish.
How much five-spice powder is required?
The recipe calls for 1.5 tablespoons of five-spice powder.
What type of ginger is used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 5 cm of grated green ginger.
How much soy sauce is needed in total?
The recipe requires 1 cup of soy sauce for both boiling and the marinade.
Is sesame oil included in the marinade?
Yes, 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil is used in the marinade.
What kind of sugar is used for the glaze?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of brown sugar.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
You will need 2 crushed garlic cloves.
What type of alcohol is used for the marinade?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of dry sherry.
How much honey is used in the glaze?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of honey.
How many spring onions are used for garnish?
The recipe uses 4 sliced spring onions.
How many red chilies are suggested for garnish?
The recipe suggests using 4 sliced red chilies.
Should the crepes be warm or cooled before assembly?
The crepes should be prepared and cooled before assembly.
What flavor profile can be expected from this dish?
It offers an explosion of savory and sweet flavors with aromatic spices.
Is this recipe suitable for entertaining guests?
Yes, it is described as an elegant dish that is great for entertaining or special family meals.