Savory and Sweet. These Crispy Duck Patties have a touch of crunch that surrounds their meaty interior. The tangy Asian Cabbage is the perfect complement to the rich duck meat, and the orange dipping sauce adds just the right amount of sweetness.
This crispy duck burgers recipe is satisfying and delicious in oh so many ways!
While it may seem fiddly and difficult to make, the extra effort is well worth the time you'll invest, and it will also win you rave reviews and a round of applause.
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The ingredient list:
- Duck Breast
- Ground Ginger
- Garlic
- Garlic Powder
- Cornstarch
- Salt and Pepper
- Grapeseed Oil
- Nappa Cabbage
- Carrots
- Shallots
- Sesame Seed Oil
- Sesame Seeds
- Grated Ginger
- Rice Wine Vinegar
- Teriyaki Sauce
- Scallions
- Orange Marmalade
Why this crispy duck patty recipe works:
When my husband and I were dating (oh, so many years ago), we had a favorite upscale Chinese restaurant we used to go to called Don Moy.
Sadly, Don Moy is no longer in business, but my husband and I still talk about their pressed duck to this day, and how we both loved it so much!
The ground duck burger recipe that I'm sharing with you today is my attempt at recreating Don Moy's iconic pressed duck.
Although it doesn't quite hit the mark with what we both remember from the original, these crispy duck patties over Asian cabbage are still quite exceptional and they managed to get the full two thumbs up a sign of approval from my husband.
If effort counts for anything (and we all know that it does), then this dish hits the target smack dab in the center!
How to make crispy duck patties:
- Remove most of the skin from partially frozen duck breasts and cut them into cubes.
- Place them in a food processor and pulse until the mixture is completely ground.
- *Note - due to the richness of the duck meat, the ground meat mixture will seem a bit pasty. Not to worry. This is normal.
- Once ground, pat the ground duck mixture into two containers. I did this to keep my duck patties equally proportionate and to alleviate some of the sticking, but this step is optional.
- *NOTE - to hand-form patties, keep hands wet with water to control some of the sticking.
- Season each liberally with salt, pepper, ground ginger, garlic powder and a heavy coating of cornstarch.
- Heat a heavy cast-iron skillet and add a bit of grapeseed oil.
- Fry the duck, cornstarch side down, and season the other side of the duck patty with additional ginger, garlic, salt, pepper, and a heavy coating of cornstarch.
- Brown each side of the duck patty to golden.
- Once golden, turn the heat to medium and cover the skillet (partially to allow some of the steam to escape) and continue cooking the duck patties until they are no longer pink in the center.
- The proper temperature for cooked duck is 135-degrees Fahrenheit.
- Meanwhile, shred the Nappa cabbage and carrots.
- Add them into a skillet with a touch of grapeseed oil, salt, and pepper, and saute until wilted.
- Stir in sliced shallots, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, and freshly grated ginger.
- Cook until heated through.
- To make the dipping sauce combine orange marmalade, teriyaki sauce, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, and ground ginger.
- Stir until combined, and serve alongside the duck patties for dipping.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds, and chopped scallions if desired.
- Serve the duck patties over the Asian cabbage and along with the dipping sauce.
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Crispy Duck Patties Over Asian Cabbage
Equipment
- burger press optional
Ingredients
For the duck patties:
- 2 pounds duck breast partially frozen, boneless, with most of the skin removed.
- 2 teaspoons salt divided
- 1 teaspoon pepper divided
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger divided
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder divided
- 1 cup corn starch divided
- 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
For the cabbage:
- 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
- 1 head Nappa cabbage shredded
- 1 medium carrot shredded
- 2 medium shallots sliced
- 2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
For the sauce:
- ½ cup orange marmalade
- 2 teaspoons teriyaki sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
- small pinch sesame oil
- toasted sesame seeds optional
- chopped scallions for garnish optional
- cutting board for veggies
Instructions
To make the patties:
- Cut the duck breast into chunks.
- Pulse the duck meat in a food processor until completely ground. *Note - the mixture will be thick and pasty due to the high fat content of the meat. This is normal.
- Divide the meat in half and press into the containers for easier handling because the meat is sticky. Season each with half of the salt, pepper. ginger, and garlic powder.
- Top each with the cornstarch.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium high heat.
- Carefully scoop the duck patties out of their containers and into the skillet with the grapeseed oil (cornstarch side down) and cook until golden and crisp.
- Season the top side of the patties with the remaining salt, pepper, ginger, garlic powder, and remaining cornstarch.
- Flip the patties and cook the second side until crisp and golden.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover and continue cooking the patties until no longer pink in the center.
To make the cabbage:
- While the patties are cooking, add the grape seed oil to a second skillet and saute the cabbage and carrots until wilted, over medium heat.
- Stir in the shallots, salt, pepper, rice wine vinegar, grated ginger, teriyaki sauce and sesame oil.
- Cook until heated through (approximately 5-7 minutes).
To make the sauce:
- Whisk together the marmalade, teriyaki sauce, rice wine vinegar, and sesame oil.
- Add the sauce to a bowl.
To serve:
- Spoon the Asian cabbage on a plate and place the duck patties on top.
- Serve with the orange dipping sauce and sprinkle the plate with sesame seeds, and chopped scallions if desired.
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Diane Che says
I bought ground duck out of curiosity, but didn't know what to do with it. This recipe hit the spot. I mixed the spices in with the ground meat and just put the cornstarch on top. I used fresh garlic as garlic powder has been tasting off. The recipe is very tasty, and not too heavy. The pattis didn't get very crispy, maybe because the ground duck was rather watery, but the taste was excellent.
Renée says
Awesome, Diane! I've been thinking a lot about this recipe recently and I need to make it again, too.
I love the flavor, and I'm glad you did too. Thanks for the star rating. I really appreciate it.
Take good care,
Renee
Nellie Tracy says
I love finding new recipes and this one was very new to me and delicious!
Renée says
Excellent! Thank you, Nellie!
Robin G says
This was my first time trying ground duck. Terrific!
Renée says
Good to hear, Robin. Thank you!
Robin Ikaika says
So I'm confused...you put the meat in 2 containers....when do u make the patties and do you top each pattie with the spices or mix them into the duck meat?
Renée says
Hi, Robin!
Thanks so much for your comment. I'm sorry I left you confused and after I revisited the recipe, I can see why.
I've gone ahead and updated the post and the recipe card with better instructions.
I'm not sure what my brain was thinking when I published it that way and I apologize for the weirdly written post.
I very much appreciate your contacting me so I could make the needed adjustments.
I hope the rewritten instructions are more clear and you can better understand my intent.
Please let me know if you have any additional questions. I'm here to help.
Thanks again for contacting me. I appreciate it.
Take care,
Renee
Sandi (@fearless_dining) says
I never thought to grind up duck, but these patties look incredible.
Kelly @ Nosh and Nourish says
I love all the flavors here... and you're right... you totally make it seem doable! And now I want to 🙂
Aly ~ Cooking In Stilettos says
Such a chic dinner recipe Renee! I love the texture that a bit of crispness provides 🙂 I also have to tell you, the apron you made is stunning! I think I know what needs to go on my holiday list 🙂
Brenda@ SugarFree Mom says
I have to be honest I've never tried duck, hubby loves it but I'm a bit not sure. I've heard it's delicious and this recipe looks fantastic!
Angie | Big Bear's Wife says
I've never cooked duck before but oh I bet that these ground duck burgers would be amazing for dinner one night! We go on dates to a local Chinese place too haha I'll have to see if they have anything like this one the menu and then we'll have to try this recipe out!
Katerina @ Diethood says
I love fancy dinners like this and SO into this combination of flavors! Beautiful dish!
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
This sounds like a wonderful meal! How fun that you were able to (re)create a great dish for you & your husband!
Jessica - The Novice Chef says
This looks wonderful! Great recipe!
Jessica @Savory Experiments says
We love duck in our house! I love putting an Asian spin on it.
Lauren Kelly Nutrition says
I love these flavors! This looks delicious!
The Food Hunter says
I'm a huge duck fan and that dipping sauce sounds like a great match
Lora @savoringitaly says
I'm always interested in different Asian dishes to try. I think that I've never seen duck patties before and now I'm super curious to try them!! Love the Asian cabbage idea with it!!!
Justine | Cooking and Beer says
I think if I could live on duck breast I would. It's one of my favorite foods on the planet, and these duck patties look like a great way to put it to use!
Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says
My dad used to bring home Chinese food from this awesome restaurant that is also no longer around 🙁 However, you have created something really amazing here!
Stephanie says
What a treat! These sound so delicious!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes) says
This looks amazing!!! I love that you made them crispy. Great flavors!
Catherine says
Dear Renee, I remember we had a great Chinese restaurant near us growing up too, but now it seems that you can't find restaurants like that anymore, only takeout joints. I love recreating meals at home though. This certainly looks and sounds like a winner. I know my family and I would love it! xo, Catherine