Name: Authentic Cantonese Kao Ya (Crispy Roast Duck)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 120 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: China
Ingredients: 1 whole duck (about 4-5 lbs / 1.8-2.2 kg), fresh or thawed; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons maltose or corn syrup; 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; 1 teaspoon five-spice powder; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 teaspoon white pepper; 3 slices ginger; 2 stalks scallion (green part only), cut into 2-inch lengths; 2 cloves garlic, smashed; 1 star anise; 1 cup water (for steaming)

Kao Ya 🇨🇳 China

Chinese roast duck marinated with spices and honey, then roasted until the skin is crispy and the meat is tender.

roast duck marinated

Made with

Duck spices honey

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