Description
Whisky and Orange Glazed Duck is a stunning dish that combines the rich flavors of succulent duck breasts with a vibrant, zesty orange glaze infused with smooth whisky. This delightful recipe transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal that will impress your guests and elevate any occasion. Perfectly crispy skin and a luscious glaze create an unforgettable dining experience, making this dish ideal for special celebrations or cozy dinners at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 duck breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice (about 2 oranges)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/4 cup whisky
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Score the skin of the duck breasts in a crosshatch pattern.
- Place duck breasts skin-side down in a cold skillet over medium heat. Render fat until golden brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Flip and cook until medium-rare.
- In a saucepan, combine orange juice, orange zest, whisky, honey, soy sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Brush the glaze over the cooked duck breasts and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve sliced duck on a platter with remaining glaze drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 duck breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg