Pechuga de Pato Glaseada Picante con Hierba Limón y Tortitas de Arroz Pegajoso

Instrucciones

1. 1

   Soak the sticky rice in water for at least 2 hours or overnight. Drain thoroughly.

2. 2

   Prepare the duck breasts: Score the skin in a crosshatch pattern without cutting into the meat. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

   ~5 min
3. 3

   Prepare the glaze: Finely chop the white and light green parts of the lemongrass. Mince the garlic and ginger. Finely chop the red chili peppers (remove seeds for less heat).

   ~10 min
4. 4

   In a medium saucepan, combine chopped lemongrass, garlic, ginger, chili peppers, fish sauce, honey, soy sauce, star anise, and 4 tablespoons of water. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

   ~15 min
5. 5

   Remove the star anise from the glaze. Set aside.

6. 6

   Cook the sticky rice: Steam the drained sticky rice for 25-30 minutes until tender and cooked through. Alternatively, cook according to your rice cooker's instructions.

   ~30 min
7. 7

   While the rice is steaming, cook the duck breasts: Place the duck breasts skin-side down in a cold, dry large skillet. Cook over medium-low heat for 8-10 minutes, allowing the fat to render and the skin to become crispy. Pour off excess fat periodically.

   ~10 min
8. 8

   Flip the duck breasts and cook the flesh side for 3-4 minutes for medium-rare, or longer for desired doneness. Remove duck from the skillet and let it rest for 10 minutes.

   ~5 min
9. 9

   Prepare the sticky rice cakes: Once the sticky rice is cooked and slightly cooled, shape it into small, flattened patties (about 1 inch thick).

   ~10 min
10. 10

    Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Pan-fry the sticky rice cakes for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

    ~8 min
11. 11

    Slice the rested duck breasts thinly.

    ~2 min
12. 12

    Reheat the prepared glaze over low heat. Dip or brush the sliced duck breast generously with the glaze.

    ~2 min
13. 13

    Serve the glazed duck breast slices alongside the crispy sticky rice cakes. Garnish with finely sliced scallions.

    ~2 min