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Duck Sauce Recipe Orange: Sweet And Tangy Sauce Perfect For Your Duck Dish


Easy Classic Duck a l'Orange Recipe
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Introduction

Duck sauce is a popular condiment in Chinese-American cuisine. It is a sweet and tangy sauce that is often served with roasted or fried duck dishes. The sauce is also great for dipping egg rolls, spring rolls, or other appetizers. While you can buy pre-made duck sauce at the store, making your own sauce at home is easy and allows you to customize the flavors to your liking. In this recipe, we will show you how to make a delicious duck sauce with a hint of orange flavor.

Ingredients

For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
  • 1 cup of orange marmalade
  • ¼ cup of rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon of hot sauce (optional)

Ingredient Notes:

  • Orange Marmalade: You can use any brand of orange marmalade that you like. Make sure to choose one that is not too sweet, as you will be adding other sweeteners to the sauce.
  • Rice Vinegar: Rice vinegar is a mild vinegar that is commonly used in Asian cooking. If you don't have rice vinegar, you can substitute it with white vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
  • Soy Sauce: Use low-sodium soy sauce if you want to reduce the sodium content of the sauce.
  • Hoisin Sauce: Hoisin sauce is a thick, brown sauce that is used in Chinese cuisine. It has a sweet and savory flavor and is often used as a dipping sauce or marinade. You can find hoisin sauce in the Asian section of most grocery stores.
  • Ginger: Fresh ginger adds a spicy and fragrant flavor to the sauce. If you don't have fresh ginger, you can use 1 teaspoon of ground ginger instead.
  • Garlic: Garlic adds a savory and pungent flavor to the sauce. You can use more or less garlic depending on your preference.
  • Sesame Oil: Sesame oil has a nutty and rich flavor that complements the other ingredients in the sauce. You can find sesame oil in the Asian section of most grocery stores.
  • Hot Sauce: If you like spicy foods, you can add hot sauce to the sauce for an extra kick of heat.

Instructions

Here are the steps to make the duck sauce:
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the orange marmalade, rice vinegar, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, and hot sauce (if using) until well combined.
  2. Transfer the sauce to a small saucepan and heat over medium heat.
  3. Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring frequently to prevent it from burning.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer the sauce for 5-10 minutes, or until it has thickened and the flavors have melded together.
  5. Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
  6. Transfer the sauce to a jar or bottle and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Recipe Notes:

  • The sauce will thicken as it cools, so don't worry if it seems too thin at first.
  • The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • You can adjust the sweetness, tanginess, or spiciness of the sauce to your liking by adding more or less of the ingredients.
  • If you want a smoother sauce, you can blend the ingredients in a blender or food processor before heating.

Nutrition

Here is the approximate nutritional information for one serving (2 tablespoons) of the duck sauce:
  • Calories: 70
  • Total Fat: 1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Sugars: 14g
  • Protein: 0g

Nutrition Notes:

  • The nutrition information is an estimate and may vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.
  • The sauce is relatively low in calories and fat, but high in sodium and sugar. If you are watching your sodium or sugar intake, you may want to use less sauce or look for lower-sodium or sugar-free alternatives.
  • The sauce is vegan and gluten-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

Conclusion

Making your own duck sauce at home is easy and allows you to customize the flavors to your liking. This orange-flavored duck sauce is sweet, tangy, and perfect for dipping or drizzling over your favorite duck dishes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious sauce that will impress your family and friends. Give this recipe a try and let us know what you think!

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