Duck Breast With Fried Apples Recipe

Name: Duck Breast With Fried Apples
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 duck breasts (i.e. 6 fillets with their skins); 3 tablespoons thyme honey; 1 cup apple cider; 1 tablespoon apple cider; 1 cinnamon stick; 1 teaspoon ginger, powdered; 1 teaspoon coriander, powdered; salt; pepper, freshly ground; 3 apples, washed and cut into 8 pieces, seeds removed; 2 tablespoons butter or 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, powdered

Servings: persons

3 duck breasts (i.e. 6 fillets with their skins)
3 tablespoons thyme honey
1 cup apple cider
1 tablespoon apple cider
1 cinnamon stick
1 teaspoon ginger, powdered
1 teaspoon coriander, powdered
salt
pepper, freshly ground
3 apples, washed and cut into 8 pieces, seeds removed
2 tablespoons butter or 1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, powdered

1
Heat the honey and cup of vinegar in a small saucepan for three to four minutes over a low heat.
2
Remove from the heat and add the cinnamon, ginger and coriander. Season.
3
Let the marinade cool.
4
Make diagonal cuts with a sharp knife in the duck breasts (to facilitate the absorption of the marinade).
5
Place the breasts side by side in a shallow baking tray and pour the marinade over them.
6
Cover the pan with plastic wrap and leave to marinate in the refrigerator for two to three hours.
7
Preheat the oven to 240u00b0C.
8
Drain off the marinade into a small saucepan and heat until reduced to half.
9
Put the fillets in a baking tray and bake in the oven for 15 minutes.
10
Meanwhile heat the butter (or oil) in a nonstick pan and cook the apples for about 10 minutes until they acquire a golden color, turning them on all sides.
11
Season and dust with cinnamon and sugar, and allow to cook until the sugar has dissolved.
12
Add the rest of the apple cider and remove from heat.
13
When the fillets are done, cover the baking tray with aluminium foil or baking paper and allow to settle for 12-13 minutes before serving, to help soften them.
14
Serve with the apples and the sauce.

251

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* 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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 duck breasts (i.e. 6 fillets with their skins), 3 tablespoons thyme honey, 1 cup apple cider, 1 tablespoon apple cider, and more.

Yes, Duck Breast With Fried Apples falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Duck Breast With Fried Apples

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