Name: Asian BBQ Duck Pancakes with Hoisin, Scallions, and Cucumber
Prep time: P0Y0M0DT12H0M0.000S
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT2H10M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT14H10M0.000S
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: asian
Ingredients: 1 quart boiled water; 1 Peking duck (about 4 to 5 pounds); 1 tablespoon peanut oil; 3 ounces grated ginger root; 1 star anise; 1 teaspoon chinese five spice powder; 8 ounces soy sauce; 1/4 cup honey; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 4 Moo Shu pancakes (available in Asian markets); Hoisin sauce; 1 large cucumber, peeled and cut into 2-inch strips; 2 bunches scallions, cleaned and cut into 2-inch strips; Cilantro sprigs, for garnish

Directions

In a large pot, bring the water to a boil. Place the duck in boiling water and simmer for 5 minutes. Let cool and dry. While the duck is cooling, in a saucepan, add peanut
oil. Heat. Add ginger, star anise, Chinese five spice powder, soy sauce and honey. Add sesame oil. Bring mixture to a boil. Cover duck with marinade and place in the refrigerator overnight.
The next day: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Drain and pat duck dry. In a roasting pan with rack and 1/2 cup of water. Roast 2 hours. Let cool then, remove the meat from the carcass and save the skin. Cut the duck into strips, and then assemble the pancake.
In a warm oven or grill, heat the pancake. Spread 1/2 tablespoon hoisin sauce over each pancake. Place 2 to 3 ounces of duck, 2 cucumber strips and 2 scallion strips in front of the pancake. Then roll it like sushi into a tube shape. Cut off the end, then cut the remaining pieces into 1-inch rounds. Arrange on a serving tray and garnish with the crisp skin and fresh cilantro

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