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Crispy Aromatic Duck with Mini Pancakes

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time25 minsCook Time3 hrsTotal Time3 hrs 25 mins

Crispy duck is an all-time Chinese favourite. Unlike the original, this recipe is sugar-free and low in carbs!

 1 whole duck
 1 cup coconut aminosor soy sauce - for braising
 6 cloves garlic
 10 whole star anise
 14 cups water
 4 tbsp coconut aminos or soy sauce - for hoisin sauce
 4 tsp rice vinegaror white wine vinegar, coconut vinegar
 4 tbsp sesame oilcold pressed or roasted
 2 tbsp peanut butter
 freshly ground black pepper
 2 egg whites
 4 tbsp heavy whipping cream or coconut milk
 4 tbsp fine coconut flouror almond flour
 1 tsp pink Himalayan saltor sea salt
 4 medium spring onions
 2 small cucumbers
 4 tsp blackstrap molassesoptional
What are we cooking today?
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This family favourite is a classic dish that provides a wonderfully layered eating experience. Combining the aromatic taste of crispy duck, with the refreshing crunch of fresh cucumbers and spring onions and a splash of tangy and sweet Peking duck sauce all wrapped in a steaming soft pancake wrapper. Delicious.

Getting started
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Quarter the duck if you are using whole. You can use just duck breast or legs if you prefer.
Place the duck in a saucepan and add star anise and mashed garlic.

Note: Add 1 clove of mashed garlic per serving. The remaining garlic will be used for making the "hoisin sauce".

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Top with coconut aminos (or soy sauce or fish sauce) and fill with water until the duck is covered.

Note: Coconut aminos is a healthier alternative to soy sauce and is recommended as a soy sauce substitute on paleo diets.

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Cover with a lid, bring to a boil, then turn the heat down to low and simmer for about 2 hours.

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Meanwhile, prepare the hoisin sauce. Pour coconut aminos in a small bowl and mix with peanut butter.

Note: If you are allergic to peanuts or if you prefer to avoid them (they are not paleo-friendly), you can also try almond & cashew butter. The net carbs content per serving is almost the same.

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(optional)
Add blackstrap molasses.

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Add mashed garlic, rice vinegar (or coconut vinegar) and sesame oil.

Note: For more distinctive flavour, you can use sesame oil from roasted sesame seeds.

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Preheat the oven to 200℃. When the duck is tender, remove from the saucepan, pat dry and place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

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Cover with half of the hoisin sauce. Cook for about 30 minutes or until the skin gets crispy and golden.

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Meanwhile, prepare the mini pancakes. Using a hand whisk, mix the egg whites, coconut flour, cream (or coconut milk) and season with salt.

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Spoon a small amount (about 1⁄4 ladle) on a heated non-stick pan and spread the mixture to create very thin pancakes.

Cook for just a minute or two and flip on the other side and leave for another 30-60 seconds.

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Wash and slice the spring onion lengthwise. Peel the cucumber and slice into thin stripes.

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Take the meat from the oven and let it cool down. Then, shred it with a fork.

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Place on a serving plate with pancakes, sliced vegetables and the remaining hoisin sauce. Top each pancake with the vegetables, meat and hoisin sauce.

Annabelle's tip
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Most oriental supermarkets now stock pre-cooked crispy aromatic duck and it can be found in the freezer. This is a great alternative for those not confident in cooking the duck from scratch and to save time in recreating this tasty dish!

Similarly, you can cheat and buy the pancakes ;o)

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 708
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 52.5g81%

Saturated Fat 16.3g82%
Cholesterol 75mg25%
Sodium 4332mg181%
Potassium 765mg22%
Total Carbohydrate 35.5g12%

Dietary Fiber 7.7g31%
Sugars 8.6g
Protein 21.4g43%

Calcium 16%
Iron 59%
Vitamin D 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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