Peking Duck

Method

• step 1

  Remove any fat from cavity of the duck. Put the duck in a bowl. Pour boiling water over it, then remove and dry inside and out.

• step 2

  Combine the sherry, honey and soy sauce, brush over the duck. Leave to stand, uncovered and a room temperature for 4 hours or until skin is dry.

• step 3

  Pre heat fan assisted oven to 180.

• step 4

  Place duck, breast side down, on a wire rack in a roasting tin. Roast for 25 mins or until browned. Turn over and roast for a further 1 hour - 1 hour 15 mins, or until tender.

• step 5

  When the duck is cooked leave to stand for approximately 15 mins.