Name: Crispy Duck With Cherry Sauce
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 red onion finely sliced; 2 strips lemon zest; 2 sprigs thyme; 1/3 cup red wine; 1/2 cup chicken stock; 14 ounces pitted cherries in syrup, drained, syrup reserved; 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar; duck Crispy; 4 duck breasts skin on; 2 tablespoons butter chilled, chopped; green beans Steams, to serve; potatoes Roasted, to serve

1
Heat half the oil in a medium frying pan on high. Saute onion, lemon zest and thyme 4-5 minutes, until onion is tender and lightly golden.
2
Add wine and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Stir in stock, reserved cherry syrup and vinegar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer 3-4 minutes, until liquid is reduced by a third. Add cherries and set sauce aside.
3
For the crispy duck: Heat remaining oil in a large frying pan on medium. Season duck to taste. Add to pan, skin side down, and cook 4-5 minutes, until skin is golden. Turn and cook another 3-4 minutes or to desired doneness. Remove from heat, cover loosely and let rest 5 mins.
4
Return sauce to medium heat and bring to a simmer. Gradually add butter, one piece at a time, whisking constantly until sauce is thick and glossy. Reduce heat to low and cook another 2-3 minutes. Season to taste.
5
Slice duck breast and serve drizzled with sauce. Accompany with steamed green beans and roasted potatoes.

Crispy Duck With Cherry Sauce

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