Sugar-Free Crispy Roast Duck

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Sugar-Free Crispy Roast Duck, a perfectly seasoned and guilt-free masterpiece that delivers restaurant-quality results right from your oven. This recipe highlights a whole duck roasted to golden perfection with a delectable blend of aromatic spices like five-spice powder, ground ginger, and a touch of cinnamon. The skin turns irresistibly crispy thanks to expert preparation techniques, while the cavity is infused with fragrant spring onions and star anise for a depth of flavor. A soy sauce and rice vinegar glaze keeps this dish sugar-free while adding delightful tanginess. Complete with easy-to-follow steps and a low-carb appeal, this roast duck is an elegant centerpiece for any special occasion, ready to impress your guests or elevate your weeknight dinner. Perfectly paired with steamed greens or cauliflower rice, it’s a dish guaranteed to satisfy without the added sugar.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:180 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 about 2.5 kg Whole duck
• 2 tablespoons Sea salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 whole Star anise
• 2 sliced Spring onions
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Five-spice powder
• 1 tablespoon Coconut oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Remove any giblets from the duck cavity and pat the duck dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Using a sharp paring knife, prick the duck skin all over, being careful not to puncture the meat. This will help the fat render and the skin to become crispy.

Step 4

Mix the sea salt, black pepper, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and garlic powder in a small bowl.

Step 5

Rub the spice mixture all over the duck, both inside the cavity and on the outside skin.

Step 6

Place the star anise and sliced spring onions inside the duck cavity.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, soy sauce, and five-spice powder. Brush this mixture over the duck skin thoroughly.

Step 8

Heat the coconut oil in a large, oven-safe roasting pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the duck breast-side up in the pan.

Step 9

Roast the duck in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue roasting for an additional 90 minutes, basting with the pan juices every 30 minutes.

Step 10

After the total cooking time is complete, increase the oven temperature to 420°F (215°C) and roast for another 15-20 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.

Step 11

Remove the duck from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.

Step 12

Serve the crispy roast duck with your choice of sugar-free sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2676.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8661.1

Total Fat 753.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 249.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 2500mg	0%
Sodium 20691.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 1.2g
Protein 483.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 418.4mg	0%
Iron 44.1mg	0%
Potassium 4243.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.1%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 0.9%