Beer Duck Leg

March 17, 2025 38 Minutes Medium

Nutritional Information

520 kcal
Calories
38g
Protein
3g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
Beer Duck Leg

This Beer-Braised Duck Legs recipe delivers tender, flavorful meat with a rich, aromatic sauce that’s simply irresistible. The duck legs are blanched with ginger and cooking wine to remove any gaminess, then stir-fried with scallions, garlic, dried chili peppers, and star anise for a fragrant depth of flavor. A splash of beer tenderizes the meat while adding a subtle malty sweetness, balanced by light and dark soy sauce for a savory-sweet glaze. Simmered to perfection, the duck becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender, then finished with a reduced sauce for an extra punch of umami. Garnished with fresh scallions, this dish is a hearty, aromatic delight—perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family meal. The combination of spices, beer, and slow cooking makes this recipe truly special!

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

Sauce and Seasonings

Instructions

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Wash the duck legs clean, cut them into pieces and set aside.
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Pour cold water into the pot, turn on high heat. Blanch the duck legs. Add a small amount of cooking wine and 2 slices of ginger to remove the fishy smell.
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Wash and chop the scallions, ginger, garlic, dried chili peppers, and star anise. Prepare the beer.
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Heat oil in the pot, stir-fry the scallions, ginger, and garlic until fragrant.
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Add the dried chili peppers and star anise to the pot and continue stir-frying.
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Add the blanched duck legs to the pot, stir-fry for a while, and cook until the duck oil is released and the color turns golden yellow.
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Add 1.5 tablespoons of light soy sauce, a small amount of dark soy sauce, and an appropriate amount of sugar. Stir-fry briefly.
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Pour in a can of beer, just enough to cover the duck meat. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes. Open the lid and reduce the sauce over high heat.
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Remove from heat, garnish with chopped scallions, and serve.
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