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Kalderetang Itik
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How to Cook Kalderatang Itik (Duck Caldereta)

The duck used in this recipe is the native duck in the Philippines called "itik" which is brown with black spots and smaller than the big white variety which is called "pato".
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 10 minutes
Course: Duck Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: duck caldereta, kalderetang itik
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 190kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

  • 1 kilo duck or itik (native duck) dressed and chopped in to serving pieces
  • 1 small can liver spread
  • 2 tsp. garlic minced
  • 1 medium size onion sliced
  • 1 cup corn oil
  • 1 red chili pepper or siling pula sliced
  • 1 small can tomato sauce
  • 1 pc chicken bullion cube dissolved in 2 cups hot water
  • ½ cup bread crumbs
  • Salt to taste
  • MSG or granulated seasoning

Instructions

How to cook kalderetang itik:

  • Fry the chopped duck until slightly brown in corn oil.
  • After frying set aside. Use the oil for sautéing.
  • Sauté the garlic and onion until medium brown then pour in the 2 cups of dissolved bullions cube.
  • Simmer until the meat is tender. Add water if necessary to avoid drying up.
  • Then add the liver spread and tomato sauce. Then add the chili pepper.
  • If the mixture is cook already, add the bread crumbs, salt and MSG to taste.

Notes

Cooking Tips of Kalderetang Itik Recipe:

  1. Properly Browning the Duck: Ensure the duck is chopped into uniform pieces for even cooking. When frying, make sure the oil is hot enough to sear the meat, creating a flavorful crust and sealing in the juices.
  2. Balancing Flavors: Adjust the amount of salt, MSG, and chili peppers according to your taste preference. Start with a small amount and gradually add more as needed to achieve the perfect balance of flavors.
  3. Simmering to Perfection: After adding the tomato sauce and liver spread, allow the mixture to simmer over low heat. This slow cooking process helps to develop the flavors and tenderize the meat for a more delicious kalderatang itik.