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Grilled duck is a beloved dish for many families due to its delicious aroma and nutritional richness. When families want to treat their guests or loved ones, instead of duck porridge or stew, why not try making this complexly aromatic grilled duck?
So, how do you marinate grilled duck to ensure it's flavorful and visually stunning when cooked? This article will guide you through the simplest and most delicious way to marinate grilled duck.
Ingredients for grilled duck
- 1 whole duck
- 2 bulbs of dried shallots
- 1 clove of garlic
- Cornstarch, chili paste, 2 lemons
- 5 stalks of lemongrass, 3 fresh chili peppers
- Canola oil, honey
- Seasonings: MSG, bouillon powder, fish sauce, oyster sauce, peppercorns, sugar, cooking oil
- White wine
- 1 piece of ginger
Ingredients for making grilled duck
Marinating delicious grilled duck
Step 1: Preparing ingredients for marinating grilled duck
- After purchasing and cleaning the duck meat, split the duck in half and remove the internal organs. Then, rinse it with a solution of salt, white wine, and sliced ginger. Rub the duck thoroughly for 5 - 10 minutes to eliminate any unpleasant odor and enhance its flavor. Rinse again with water and let it dry.
- Clean and peel the onions and garlic, then crush and finely chop them. Wash the chili peppers and finely chop them.
Preparing the ingredients for making grilled duck
Step 2: Marinating the duck meat with spices
- Prepare a large basin or small bowl, then add all the spices according to the recipe: 1 tablespoon of MSG, 2 tablespoons of salt, 2 tablespoons of bouillon powder, 50ml fish sauce, 50ml oyster sauce, 2 tablespoons of peppercorns, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 50ml honey, along with finely chopped dried shallots, garlic, chili peppers. Add 1 tablespoon of canola oil and mix well.
- After draining the water from the duck, use cotton swabs to evenly prick the duck's skin, poking around the entire body of the duck, being careful not to tear the skin. This method helps the spices to penetrate the meat more evenly during grilling.
Marinating the spices for grilled duck meat
- Prepare a large bowl of pre-seasoned mixture, then evenly spread it over the duck's body from inside out. Wrap the duck tightly with aluminum foil and let it marinate in the refrigerator for 45 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate.
Step 3: Making dipping sauce for grilled duck
- Add cornstarch to a bowl of water and stir well to dissolve. Then, add lime juice, sugar, chili paste, salt, and MSG to the same bowl of water and stir all the seasonings together until dissolved.
- Heat a pan on the stove, then add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Sauté finely chopped onions and garlic until fragrant. Once the onions and garlic turn golden, add the prepared seasoning mixture to the pan and continue stirring and boiling for 5 minutes. Finally, gradually add cornstarch to the boiling sauce, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. When the mixture thickens, turn off the heat.
- Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool. Then, add peppercorns, lime, and adjust the seasoning to taste.
Mixing dipping sauce for grilled duck
Step 4: Grilling the duck
- Once the duck meat has marinated long enough, remove the outer layer of aluminum foil and place the duck on a charcoal grill or in the microwave. During the grilling process, remember to flip the duck meat evenly on both sides and brush it regularly with the leftover sauce in the bowl. Brush a little cooking oil on the duck skin to make it glossy and golden without burning.
Grilling the duck meat
After grilling, the duck is sliced into small, bite-sized pieces, arranged on a plate, and garnished with some fresh herbs for an appealing presentation, ready to be enjoyed.
Delicious grilled duck masterpiece
Delicious, flavorful grilled duck masterpiece
The grilled duck, with its rich aroma, glossy golden skin, and tender, juicy meat, is a sensory delight. Each piece, moist and succulent, is enhanced by dipping it into the savory sauce, offering a mildly spicy and tender flavor. Paired with fresh herbs, it's a culinary delight.
