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Delicious Glazed Roast Duck

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Delicious Glazed Roast Duck is a luxurious yet approachable dish featuring succulent roasted duck with crispy, caramelized skin brushed with a sweet-and-savory glaze. It’s elegant, flavorful, and perfect for special occasions or memorable dinners.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2–2½ hours
  • Total Time: Approximately 2 hours 35 minutes (plus resting time)
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American (with optional fusion glaze)
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

  • 1 whole duck (4–5 lb), thawed and cleaned
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • 1 orange or lemon, halved (for cavity)
  • Fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary, optional, for cavity)
  • For the glaze:
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup orange juice or apple cider
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C).
  2. Pat duck skin dry and prick all over with a sharp knife or fork (avoid piercing the meat).
  3. Season cavity and outside with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  4. Stuff cavity with halved citrus and herbs. Place duck breast‑side up on a roasting rack in a pan.
  5. Roast for 2–2½ hours, draining fat every 30–45 minutes and turning halfway for even cooking.
  6. While roasting, simmer glaze ingredients until slightly reduced or thickened; optionally stir in cornstarch slurry for gloss.
  7. In the last 20–30 minutes, brush glaze over the duck every 10 minutes to caramelize.
  8. Remove duck when thigh reaches an internal temperature of 165 °F (74 °C).
  9. Let rest for 10–15 minutes before carving.

Notes

  • Dry the duck skin and prick it to help render fat and achieve crispness.
  • Air-dry seasoned duck in the fridge overnight for even crispier skin.
  • Use Chinese five-spice powder or hoisin for an Asian-inspired glaze.
  • Substitute pomegranate or cherry juice for orange juice for a fruity twist.
  • If no roasting rack, place duck on a bed of thick sliced onions or carrots to elevate it.

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