Warm Chinese Duck and Noodle Salad

Method

1. Step 1

   Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan-forced) and line a baking tray with baking paper.

2. Step 2

   Prepare the noodles according to pack instructions, drain and keep warm.

3. Step 3

   For the duck breasts, score the skin with a sharp knife and rub the Chinese five spice over both of the breasts and season with salt and pepper.

4. Step 4

   Heat a non-stick frying pan over a medium-high heat, place duck breasts skin-side down and cook for 3-4 minutes or until duck fat has rendered down and skin becomes golden and crispy. Turn duck breasts over and cook for 1 minute. Place on prepared baking tray and cook in preheated oven for 5 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

5. Step 5

   Meanwhile, heat hoisin, Shaoxing, ginger and garlic in a wok over medium heat for 1-2 minutes. Add noodles, snow peas, cucumber and sliced duck, tossing until well coated.

6. Step 6

   To serve, garnish with spring onions and sesame seeds. *Note: The image taken was using Fantastic Chow Mein Fresh Noodles which are no longer available.