Mediterranean Diet Friendly Gluten Free Hoisin Glazed Duck Breast
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4 servings
For the duck
- 4 duck breast halves (about 6–8 oz each), skin-on
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
For the hoisin glaze
- ¼ cup tamari
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp chinese five-spice powder
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Chef's tipFor thickening, use about 1 1/3 times as much tapioca starch, stirred into a spoonful of cold water first; take the pan off the heat soon after it thickens. - 1 tsp cold water
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
For serving
- 2 scallions (green tops only), thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the duck breasts completely dry with paper towels. Using a sharp knife, score the skin in a crosshatch pattern at 1/2-inch intervals, cutting through the fat but not into the flesh. Season both sides evenly with the kosher salt and black pepper. Let the duck rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- 2
While the duck rests, combine the tamari, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, tomato paste, five-spice powder, and grated ginger in a small saucepan. In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth, then whisk the slurry into the saucepan. Set aside.
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