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Smoked Duck

4.7

(3)

Whole smoked duck.
Photo by Andrew Thomas Lee

The sugar in the molasses combines with the natural fat in the duck skin to create a mahogany color on this smoked duck that is so deep, it looks almost burnished. Look for a thick blackstrap molasses for this recipe. Serve with a classic slaw or potato salad to round out the plate.

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