Crispy Roast Duck With Lavender Honey Recipe

Name: Crispy Roast Duck With Lavender Honey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Glaze; 3 tablespoons lavender honey; 2 tablespoons boiling water; 1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper; Ducks; 2 (4 1/2 lb) ducks, neck and giblets removed (Muscovy duck is recommended); salt; fresh ground black pepper; 2 cups boiling water; Sauce; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 medium shallots, minced; 1 cup demi-glace; 1 tablespoon lavender honey, plus; 1 teaspoon lavender honey; 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar; salt; fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

Glaze
3 tablespoons lavender honey
2 tablespoons boiling water
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
Ducks
2 (4 1/2 lb) ducks, neck and giblets removed (Muscovy duck is recommended)
salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 cups boiling water
Sauce
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 medium shallots, minced
1 cup demi-glace
1 tablespoon lavender honey, plus
1 teaspoon lavender honey
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
salt
fresh ground black pepper

1
Make the glaze: in a small bowl, combine the honey, boiling water, and pepper; stir to blend and set aside.
2
Preheat oven to 275u00b0; season ducks with salt and pepper.
3
With a kitchen fork, prick skin about 1/4 inch deep all over, particularly in the fatty area around the thighs and wing area; do not pierce the meat.
4
Place duck breast-side down on a rack in a roasting pan; pour boiling water over them; roast for 2 hours.
5
Turn the duck breast-side up and brush with the glaze.
6
Roast for another 1 to 1 1/4 hours, or until the legs wiggle easily; transfer to a carving board and let cool.
7
Using heavy poultry shears, quarter the ducks-cut the backbones out to make this easier.
8
Place the duck quarters in plastic bags and refrigerate.
9
About 45 minutes before serving, preheat the oven to 375u00b0; place the duck, skin-side up on a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes, or until the duck is cooked through and crisp.
10
Meanwhile, make the sauce-in a small skillet, melt butter over med-highheat.
11
Add in shallots; saute for 2 minutes or until softened.
12
Add in demi-glace, honey, and vinegar; turn up heat to high, and reduce the sauce to a light glaze, about 3 minutes.
13
Whisk the remaining 1 tablespoons butter into the sauce to thicken it and add a sheen; season with salt and pepper.
14
Place the duck on a platter and spoon over a little sauce; serve the remaining sauce on the side.

1228

kcal

Calories

133

Fat

Carbs

Fat Carbs

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Glaze, 3 tablespoons lavender honey, 2 tablespoons boiling water, 1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Crispy Roast Duck With Lavender Honey falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Crispy Roast Duck With Lavender Honey

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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