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Cantonese Roast Duck

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A duck-leg version of the famous Chinatown hanging duck — crisp-skinned, juicy meat, glazed with five-spice and honey. Easier than it looks; the oven does most of the work.

Prep 15 mins
Cook 1 hr 30 mins
Servings 4
Difficulty Medium
Per serving £1.00

Approx £3.98 total based on typical supermarket prices in GB. See yours →

S by Steven Tobin · Published 4 May 2026
Cantonese Roast Duck

The recipe

Instructions

  1. 1
    Pat the duck legs dry. Score the skin lightly. Rub all over with five spice and salt.
  2. 2
    Place skin-side up on a rack over a tray. Roast at 180°C for 75 minutes until the skin is crisp.
  3. 3
    Meanwhile, simmer soy, honey, vinegar, crushed garlic, ginger and star anise in a small pan for 5 minutes.
  4. 4
    In the final 15 minutes of roasting, brush the duck with glaze 3 times to build a sticky lacquer.
  5. 5
    Rest 5 minutes. Carve, serve over rice with spring onions and any pan juices spooned over.

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About Steven Tobin

Steven is the founder, recipe developer, and chief washer-upper at Budget Dinner Recipes. A passionate home cook from a big foodie family, he's spent years collecting and perfecting recipes from across the world — from Malaysian laksas and Kenyan curries to weeknight British classics. Family meals are at the heart of e…

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