!!️SPICY ROAST DUCK WITH ORANGE GLAZE!!️

August 23, 2025 by admin

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### For the Orange Glaze:

* 1 cup orange juice (fresh is best)
* Zest of 1 orange
* ¼ cup honey or brown sugar
* 2 tablespoons soy sauce
* 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
* 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
* 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening)

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## 🔪 **Instructions**

### **1. Prep the Duck**

* Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
* Remove any giblets and pat the duck dry with paper towels. Prick the skin all over with a sharp knife or skewer — but don’t pierce the meat. This helps render the fat and crisp up the skin.
* In a small bowl, mix the salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and cayenne. Rub the spice blend all over the duck, including inside the cavity.
* Stuff the cavity with the orange halves, garlic cloves, and herbs.

### **2. Roast the Duck**

* Place the duck breast-side up on a rack in a roasting pan.
* Roast for about **1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours**, depending on the size.
* Every 30–40 minutes, spoon off some of the rendered fat (save it — duck fat is culinary gold!) and baste the duck with its own juices.

### **3. Make the Orange Glaze**

* While the duck roasts, combine orange juice, zest, honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and chili flakes in a small saucepan.
* Simmer on medium heat for 8–10 minutes.
* Mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl, then whisk into the glaze. Simmer until thickened and glossy. Set aside.

### **4. Glaze and Finish**

* In the last **20–30 minutes** of roasting, brush the duck with the orange glaze every 10 minutes to build a sticky, caramelized coating.
* Internal temperature should reach **165°F (74°C)** at the thickest part of the thigh.

### **5. Rest and Carve**

* Let the duck rest for 10–15 minutes before carving. This helps retain its juices and makes slicing easier.

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## 🍊 **Serving Suggestions**

Serve your spicy roast duck with:

* Roasted potatoes or wild rice
* Steamed green beans or glazed carrots
* A crisp arugula or fennel salad
* Extra orange glaze on the side for drizzling

Pair it with a bold red wine like Syrah or a slightly sweet white like Riesling to complement the heat and citrus.

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## 💡 **Tips & Variations**

* **Less heat?** Dial back the cayenne and chili powder for a milder version.
* **Want extra crispy skin?** Finish under the broiler for 3–5 minutes — watch closely!
* **Make it ahead:** Glaze can be made 2–3 days in advance and stored in the fridge.
* **Use duck legs or breasts** instead of a whole bird for faster cooking.

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## ✨ Final Thoughts

**🔥 Spicy Roast Duck with Orange Glaze 🔥** is the kind of dish that wows guests, makes an ordinary night feel special, and gives you the kind of satisfaction only bold, homemade cooking can provide.

With its rich spices, zesty glaze, and that irresistible crispy skin, this is a recipe worth mastering — and once you do, don’t be surprised if people start asking *when you’re making it again.*

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