Chinese
Chinese - Fujian Min Cuisine
Steamed Duck Min
Chef's Menu Description
A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- • 1 whole duck (about 1.5kg)
- • 200ml red rice wine (hongzao jiu)
- • 6 slices ginger
- • 2 spring onions, tied in knots
- • 4 dried shiitake mushrooms
- • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- • 1 tbsp rock sugar
- • 1 tsp sesame oil
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Rub the duck inside and out with soy sauce and half the ginger.
2
Phase 2
Pour the red rice wine over the duck and rest for 1 hour.
3
Phase 3
Place the duck in a deep heatproof bowl with ginger, spring onions, mushrooms, and rock sugar.
4
Phase 4
Cover and steam over high heat for 2 hours until the meat is tender.
5
Phase 5
Skim the fat, drizzle with sesame oil, and serve the duck with its juices.