Peking Duck

Peking Duck is one of the most famous and celebrated dishes in Chinese cuisine, with a history stretching back to the imperial era in Beijing. It is a true culinary spectacle, renowned for its impossibly thin, crisp, and mahogany-colored skin. The process is meticulous and time-consuming, involving blanching the duck, coating it in a special glaze, and letting it dry for at least 24 hours before roasting. This drying process is what ensures the skin becomes so wonderfully crisp. The duck is then roasted to perfection and traditionally carved and served in delicate slices with thin mandarin pancakes, hoisin sauce, and slivers of scallion and cucumber. While it is a project, making Peking Duck at home is an unforgettable culinary adventure.