Duck Bites with Honey Orange Glaze

Ingredients

• 1-2 pounds duck legs (cut in 1 1/2" pieces)
• 1 cup flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons allspice (fresh ground for best flavor)
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• Oil for frying (peanut, canola, vegetable)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 3 tablespoons orange juice
• 1/4 cup brandy
• 1 Thai chili
• 1 garlic clove (smashed)
• 1 star anise

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat about 2 inches of oil to 350F degrees in a high sided cast iron skillet or Dutch oven.

2. 2

   Mix the flour, allspice, salt and pepper in a bowl.

3. 3

   Dip the duck pieces in the flour mixture and fry in the oil for 3-5 minutes, until browned and crispy.

4. 4

   Remove the duck and drain on a paper towel lined plate.

5. 5

   Place the fried duck pieces in a bowl and pour the glaze on top. Toss to fully coat the duck bites.

6. 6

   Serve hot.

7. 7

   --- Honey Orange Glaze: ---

8. 8

   Heat the ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring regularly to prevent burning.

9. 9

   Cook for 3-5 minutes, until slightly thickened (should start to stick to the back of a spoon). Add additional orange juice or brandy if too thick.