Duck sauce, a staple condiment in Chinese cuisine, is a thick, sweet, and tangy sauce commonly served with duck dishes. While store-bought options exist, making duck sauce from scratch allows for customization and freshness. This article will guide you through the process of creating a flavorful and authentic duck sauce in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner looking to expand your culinary skills, this recipe will provide step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure success.
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DUCK SAUCE
After trying a few recipes I developed my own version. I think it's the best!
Provided by NANCYLOUISEB
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place fruit in a stock pot over medium high heat. Add water, apple juice, soy sauce, apricot preserves, brown sugar, garlic powder, and dry mustard. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently to dissolve brown sugar. Reduce heat, and continue simmering for 40 minutes, or until fruit is completely soft. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Blend sauce in a food processor or blender until completely smooth, adjusting consistency with additional water, if desired. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.3 calories, Carbohydrate 55.9 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.4 g, Sodium 47.6 mg, Sugar 17 g
DUCK SAUCE
A basic recipe that is simple and relatively inexpensive to make. (Or be creative and add extras to suit your taste...crushed red pepper, plum preserves, etc.)
Provided by Aroostook
Categories Asian
Time 7m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Add ingredients to a small sauce pan.
- Cook on medium heat until hot (stirring so it doesn't stick to the pan).
- Cool and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.8, Fat 0.2, Sodium 36.3, Carbohydrate 47.5, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 26.1, Protein 0.4
DUCK SAUCE - FROM SCRATCH
if you enjoy canning try this recipe for duck sauce. it yeilds 8 cups, and is easy to make when the plums and apricots are in season.
Provided by chia2160
Categories Sauces
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 cups
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine plums, apricots, cider vinegar and water. Cook over moderate heat for 5 minutes. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
- Combine the cider vinegar, brown sugar, white sugar and lemon juice. Boil for 10 minutes.
- Combine the chopped ginger, onion, pepper, garlic cloves, salt, mustard seed and cinnamon stick.
- Combine the above three sets of ingredients and simmer for 45 minutes. Remove cinnamon.
- Puree in food processor. Return to kettle and simmer until thick.
- Transfer to sterilized mason jars, cap loosely and let cool.
- Tighten caps and let stand in dark at least 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.8, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1178.9, Carbohydrate 68.7, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 63.5, Protein 1.8
HOMEMADE DUCK SAUCE RECIPE
If you've ever gotten Chinese takeout, you've probably seen packets of a bright orange duck sauce. This Homemade Duck Sauce is a sweet and sour sauce that's often used as a dip for spring rolls, crispy noodles, egg rolls, or drizzled on top of your favorite dishes.
Provided by Izzy
Categories Condiment
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a medium mixing bowl, add apricot jam, 1 tablespoon of sweet chili sauce, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic powder. Mix until smooth.
- Place a strainer over another bowl and pour the mixture onto the strainer.
- Press the mixture through the strainer using a spoon.
- Add the rest of sweet chili sauce to the mixture until combined.
- Taste and adjust the ingredients according to your preference.
- Use it as a dipping sauce, serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 96 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 15 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SPICY DUCK SAUCE
Steps:
- Mix 1/2 cup duck sauce, 3 tablespoons horseradish, 1 tablespoon apricot preserves, 2 teaspoons rice vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil, and salt to taste.
SAUCE FOR DUCK
Here is a traditional orange sauce to serve with any holiday duck dinner.
Provided by GODGIFU
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the stock, wine and orange juice. Bring to a boil and add the dates and prunes. Allow fruit to partially dissolve.
- Reduce heat, add mace, cinnamon, ginger, sugar and vinegar. Cook for another 5 minutes; remove from heat and allow to cool. Puree in a blender or food processor until smooth.
- Pour over duck while roasting or serve on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 29.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 0.8 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
DUCK SAUCE
The name "duck sauce" was created in the United States because this sauce was originally served with deep-fried pressed duck, which had no sauce of its own. Duck sauce became popular as a dip for any food - from spareribs and egg rolls to almost anything else imaginable. There are so many versions of duck sauce that it is hard to decide which kind to make. However, I have created and tested the following, which I feel produces the best taste:
Provided by Gish Jen
Categories condiments
Time 5m
Yield 4 12-ounce bottles
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pick out from the canned or bottled plum sauce any solid pieces, like ginger, pimento or other spices. Discard these.
- Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix thoroughly with chopsticks or fork.
- Store in jars and leave in the refrigerator. The duck sauce will keep for months.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 624, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 153 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 926 milligrams, Sugar 83 grams
Tips:
- For a sweeter sauce, add more brown sugar or honey. For a spicier sauce, add more chili sauce or red pepper flakes.
- If you don't have any ketchup, you can use tomato sauce or tomato paste instead.
- If you don't have any rice vinegar, you can use white vinegar or apple cider vinegar instead.
- Be sure to taste the sauce as you're making it and adjust the seasonings to your liking.
- Duck sauce is best served fresh, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Conclusion:
Duck sauce is a versatile condiment that can be used with a variety of dishes. It's perfect for dipping egg rolls, spring rolls, and other appetizers. It can also be used as a marinade for chicken, pork, or beef. And it makes a great addition to stir-fries and other Asian-inspired dishes. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make sauce, give duck sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!
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