Beijing-Style Crispy Duck Pizza with Hoisin and Scallions
A creative pizza inspired by Beijing’s famous roast duck, featuring crispy duck, hoisin sauce, and fresh scallions on a thin crust. This chinese-inspired pizza ready in about 34 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, warm water, active dry yeast for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 600 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 250 g all-purpose flour
- 150 ml warm water
- 1 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 150 g cooked roast duck meat shredded
- 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 100 g shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 scallions thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup cucumber thinly sliced
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, dissolve 1 tsp active dry yeast in 150 ml warm water and wait 5 minutes until foamy.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 250 g all-purpose flour and 1 tsp salt; gradually add the yeast mixture and 2 tbsp olive oil, stirring to form a dough. Knead on a floured surface for 8 minutes until smooth.
- Step 3: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled.
- Step 4: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
- Step 5: Punch down dough and roll into a 12-inch circle on parchment paper.
- Step 6: Spread 3 tbsp hoisin sauce evenly over the dough, then sprinkle 100 g shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Step 7: Distribute 150 g shredded roast duck meat evenly on top.
- Step 8: Bake pizza on the preheated stone or baking sheet for 12-14 minutes until crust is golden and cheese melted.
- Step 9: Remove from oven, garnish with 3 thinly sliced scallions, 1/4 cup thin cucumber slices, and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds.
- Step 10: Slice and serve immediately for a taste of Beijing in pizza form.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Beijing-Style Crispy Duck Pizza with Hoisin and Scallions take to make?
Total time is about 34 minutes (20 min prep + 14 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Beijing-Style Crispy Duck Pizza with Hoisin and Scallions?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Beijing-Style Crispy Duck Pizza with Hoisin and Scallions?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Beijing-Style Crispy Duck Pizza with Hoisin and Scallions for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Beijing-Style Crispy Duck Pizza with Hoisin and Scallions?
Chinese pizza like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
