BBQ Pulled Duck Sandwiches

Pulled Duck is the elegant cousin of pulled pork. Duck meat is dark and fatty, making it ideal for slow roasting. During the process, the fat renders out, essentially confiting the meat in its own juices. The final touch of BBQ sauce caramelizes on the shredded meat, creating a rich, savory-sweet profile.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 2 hrs 10 mins
Total Time 2 hrs 30 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 450 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Fusion

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Roasting pan: For cooking.
  • Aluminum foil: For sealing.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat (check BBQ sauce)
⚠️ Soy (check BBQ sauce)

Instructions

1

Season duck legs and sear in a pan until skin is golden brown.

Tip: Rendering the fat now prevents a greasy final dish.
2

Place in a roasting pan with onion, garlic, sugar, and vinegar. Seal tightly with foil. Bake at 320°F (160°C) for 2 hours.

Tip: The steam trapped by the foil tenderizes the fibers.
3

Remove foil. Meat should be falling off the bone. Shred with a fork (discard skin/bones).

4

Mix shredded meat with BBQ sauce. Bake for another 10 minutes to caramelize.

Tip: The sugar in the sauce will glaze the meat strands.
5

Serve in buns or tacos with cilantro.

Recipe FAQ

Why isn't the meat shredding?
It needs more time. Connective tissues require prolonged heat to break down. Cover and keep baking!

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Duck Legs
  • 1 cup Barbecue Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 small Onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (crushed)
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tsp Salt and Pepper
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro