Sugar-Free Crispy Roast Duck
Elevate your dinner table with this flavorful and aromatic Sugar-Free Crispy Roast Duck recipe, a healthier twist on a classic dish that doesn’t compromise on taste. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of sea salt, five-spice powder, cinnamon, ginger, and garlic, this succulent duck is roasted until golden and crispy without any added sugar. Infused with the subtle warmth of star anise and spring onions, it boasts a rich, savory profile enhanced by a soy sauce and rice vinegar glaze. Pricking the skin ensures irresistibly crispy perfection, while careful basting keeps the meat moist and tender. Ideal for special occasions or indulgent family dinners, this sugar-free masterpiece pairs beautifully with low-carb or wholesome sides for a guilt-free feast that’s sure to impress. Keywords: sugar-free roast duck, crispy duck recipe, healthier roast duck, sugar-free dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 about 2.5 kg Whole duck
- 2 tablespoons Sea salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 whole Star anise
- 2 sliced Spring onions
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Five-spice powder
- 1 tablespoon Coconut oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Remove any giblets from the duck cavity and pat the duck dry with paper towels.
Using a sharp paring knife, prick the duck skin all over, being careful not to puncture the meat. This will help the fat render and the skin to become crispy.
Mix the sea salt, black pepper, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
Rub the spice mixture all over the duck, both inside the cavity and on the outside skin.
Place the star anise and sliced spring onions inside the duck cavity.
In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, soy sauce, and five-spice powder. Brush this mixture over the duck skin thoroughly.
Heat the coconut oil in a large, oven-safe roasting pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the duck breast-side up in the pan.
Roast the duck in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue roasting for an additional 90 minutes, basting with the pan juices every 30 minutes.
After the total cooking time is complete, increase the oven temperature to 420°F (215°C) and roast for another 15-20 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
Remove the duck from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.
Serve the crispy roast duck with your choice of sugar-free sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8661 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 753.6 g | 966% | |
| Saturated Fat | 249.2 g | 1246% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2500 mg | 833% | |
| Sodium | 20691 mg | 900% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 483.1 g | 966% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 418 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 44.1 mg | 245% | |
| Potassium | 4243 mg | 90% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
