Get ready to transform your kitchen into a gourmet Chinese restaurant with this mind-blowing Emeril Lagasse-inspired Moo Shu Duck recipe! Imagine tender, crispy duck slices nestled in warm tortillas, bursting with vibrant flavors that dance between savory soy sauce and sweet hoisin, creating a dish that's part traditional Chinese cuisine and part rock-and-roll culinary experience. This isn't just a recipe—it's a flavor explosion that will make your dinner guests think you've secretly trained in a five-star restaurant!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Chinese
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound duck breast, sliced
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by slicing duck breast into thin strips, shredding cabbage, slicing mushrooms, and chopping green onions.
- Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat and add sesame oil, allowing it to become hot and fragrant.
- Add sliced duck breast to the hot skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Remove duck from pan and set aside, keeping warm.
- In the same skillet, add mushrooms and cabbage, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are slightly softened but still crisp.
- Return duck to the pan and add soy sauce and hoisin sauce, tossing everything together to coat evenly.
- Warm flour tortillas in a separate pan or microwave for 30 seconds until pliable.
- Sprinkle chopped green onions over the duck and vegetable mixture.
- Serve hot by allowing guests to fill tortillas with the duck mixture, creating individual moo shu wraps.
Tips
- Duck Selection Matters: Choose a high-quality duck breast with good marbling for maximum flavor and tenderness.
- Slice Precisely: Cut duck and vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture in every bite.
- High Heat is Key: Use a wok or heavy skillet and maintain medium-high heat to achieve that perfect sear on the duck without overcooking.
- Don't Overcrowd: Cook ingredients in batches if necessary to prevent steaming and ensure proper caramelization.
- Tortilla Technique: Warm tortillas just before serving to keep them soft and pliable, making wrapping easier and more enjoyable.
- Sauce Balance: Adjust soy and hoisin sauce quantities to suit your personal taste preference.
- Fresh Garnish: Chop green onions right before serving to maintain their bright flavor and crisp texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 354kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 24g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 60mg
