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    The Tarsus Loop
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    The Tarsus Loop

    Five-spice duck spring roll with plum reduction — a marathon of acquisitions

    Every new show had to be bought, launched, and run well enough to keep the lights on.

    Why this bite? Tarsus was a marathon of acquisitions across continents. This multi-spice spring roll is that global portfolio in one bite.

    The Story

    Tarsus stretched across beauty, healthcare, aviation, infrastructure, packaging, homewares, sustainability, and fashion — a marathon of acquisitions, each mile another learning curve. This five-spice duck spring roll with plum reduction captures that relentless expansion: each roll a different territory, the plum sauce the sweetness of deals closed across continents.

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    Prep: 30 minYield: 12 pieces

    Ingredients

    • Duck confit
    • Five-spice powder
    • Spring roll wrappers
    • Plum sauce
    • Scallions
    • Sesame oil

    Preparation

    1. 1.Shred duck confit and season with five-spice.
    2. 2.Roll in wrappers with scallions, fry until golden.
    3. 3.Reduce plum sauce until glossy.
    4. 4.Serve spring rolls with plum dip.