Grilled Duck Marinade

The grilled duck marinade is aromatic and deeply savory, combining coriander root, garlic, ginger, toasted coriander seed, white pepper, and five-spice with soy sauces, oyster sauce, and a touch of sugar. It seasons the duck thoroughly, enhancing its natural richness before grilling.

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Total : 3 hr 15 min
Spice Level : Not spicy
Skill Level : Easy
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    Yield: For 1 kg duck breasts or thighs

    Protein


    [] 1 kg duck thighs

    Herbs & Spices

    [] 4 coriander roots
    [] |1 tbsp garlic | (chopped)
    [] 10g ginger
    [] 1/2 tbsp toasted coriander seeds
    [] 1/2 tbsp ground white pepper

    Seasoning


    [] 1/2 tbsp sweet dark soy sauce
    [] 1 1/2 tbsp light soy sauce
    [] 1/2 tbsp green-cap seasoning sauce
    [] 1 tbsp oyster sauce
    [] 1 tsp sugar
    [] 1 tbsp five-spice powder

    Grilled Duck Marinade
    The grilled duck marinade is aromatic and deeply savory, combining coriander root, garlic, ginger, toasted coriander seed, white pepper, and five-spice with soy sauces, oyster sauce, and a touch of sugar. It seasons the duck thoroughly, enhancing its natural richness before grilling.
    Servings : 4
    Spice Level : Not spicy
    Skill Level : Easy
    Prep : 15 min
    Cook : 3 hr
    Total : 3 hr 15 min
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    Ingredients

    Yield: For 1 kg duck breasts or thighs

    Protein


    [] 1 kg duck thighs

    Herbs & Spices

    [] 4 coriander roots
    [] |1 tbsp garlic | (chopped)
    [] 10g ginger
    [] 1/2 tbsp toasted coriander seeds
    [] 1/2 tbsp ground white pepper

    Seasoning


    [] 1/2 tbsp sweet dark soy sauce
    [] 1 1/2 tbsp light soy sauce
    [] 1/2 tbsp green-cap seasoning sauce
    [] 1 tbsp oyster sauce
    [] 1 tsp sugar
    [] 1 tbsp five-spice powder

    Instructions



    1. Prepare the marinade

    [] Pound or blend together all herbs and spices: coriander roots, garlic, ginger, toasted coriander seeds, and ground white pepper.
    [] Grind into a smooth, aromatic paste.
    [] Add in all seasoning ingredients: sweet dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, green-cap seasoning sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and five-spice powder.
    [] Mix well until you have a thick, cohesive marinade paste.

    2. Marinate the duck

    [] Coat the duck thighs evenly with the marinade.
    [] Cover and refrigerate 3 hours to overnight to let the flavors fully absorb.