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Nanjing Salted Duck

A traditional Chinese dish known for its tender and flavorful meat.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 whole Duck about 4-5 pounds
  • ½ cup Salt
  • 2 tablespoon Sichuan Peppercorns
  • 2 pieces Star Anise
  • 4 slices Ginger
  • 4 pieces Scallions

Instructions 

  1. 1. Clean the duck and pat it dry.
  2. 2. Rub the duck inside and out with salt, ensuring even coverage.
  3. 3. Let the duck sit for 24 hours in the refrigerator.
  4. 4. Rinse the duck to remove excess salt and pat dry.
  5. 5. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, ginger, and scallions.
  6. 6. Place the duck in the pot and simmer for 90 minutes.
  7. 7. Remove the duck and let it cool before slicing.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 1500mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Chinese Cuisine, Duck, Salted Duck
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