Aromatic Salted Duck with Broccoli Puree

Servings: 4

INGREDIENTS

1 duck from Knowlton Quebec (1150g)
3 tablespoons salt (2 tablespoons for marinating, 1 tablespoon for the broth)
1 tablespoon white pepper powder
5 pieces of star anise
1 small piece of ginger (about 10g)
2 stalks green onion
10g orange peel (white pith removed)
1 cinnamon stick
2000ml water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Finely sliced red onion for garnish
400g broccoli, cut into small pieces
1/2 red onion (about 120g)
100ml duck broth

INSTRUCTIONS

For the Salted Spiced Duck:
1. Prepare the Duck: Clean the duck thoroughly and pat it dry.
2. Mix 2 tablespoons of salt with 1 tablespoon of white pepper powder.
3. Rub this mixture all over the duck, both inside and out. Marinate the duck in the refrigerator for at least one day.

Prepare the Broth:
1. Bring 2000ml of water to a boil in a large pot.
2. In a dry pan, toast 1 tablespoon of salt, star anise, orange peel, and cinnamon stick for a few minutes until fragrant. Set aside.
3. In the same pan, dry fry the ginger and green onions for a few minutes to release their aromas.

Cook the Duck:
1. Once the water is boiling, add the toasted spices, ginger, and green onions to the pot.
2. Carefully place the duck into the boiling water. Reduce to medium heat, cover with a lid, and simmer for 40 minutes.
3. After 40 minutes, turn off the heat and let the duck sit in the hot broth to steam for another 40 minutes.

For the Broccoli Purée:
1. Heat a pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
2. Add the finely chopped red onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until aromatic and translucent.
3. Add the broccoli pieces to the pan and stir-fry for 1 minute. Pour in 100ml of duck broth and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
4. Allow the broccoli mixture to cool slightly, then transfer it to a food processor.
Blend until smooth to create a purée.

To Serve:
1. Slice the duck and place the broccoli purée on the plate.
2. Arrange the sliced duck on top of the purée and garnish with finely sliced red onion.

This dish brings together a delightful mix of savory, aromatic, and fresh notes, perfect for an impressive yet easy-to-make meal.