Hunan-style Spicy Duck
Hunan-style Spicy Duck is a popular dish from the Hunan province of China. The dish is made by slow-cooking the duck in a flavorful broth of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, star anise, and Sichuan peppercorns, and then stir-frying it with a spicy sauce made of chili paste, soy sauce, and vinegar. The result is tender, succulent pieces of duck meat coated in a spicy, tangy, and savory sauce that is sure to excite your taste buds. It is a must-try dish for anyone who loves the bold and spicy flavors of Chinese cuisine.
Ingredients
- 1 whole duck, cut into pieces
- 2 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns
- 8 dried red chilies
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, minced
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp ground fennel seeds
About the recipe
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Portions: 4-6 servings
Difficulty: Medium