Seared Orange Duck Breast Recipe

Name: Seared Orange Duck Breast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 (12-ounce) frozen duck breasts, thawed; 1 1/2 tablespoons grated orange rind; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 4 garlic cloves, crushed; 1/2 cup fresh orange juice (about 2 oranges); 1/4 cup sake (rice wine); 1 1/2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Servings: persons

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Trim skin and fat from duck; cut each breast in half. Combine duck, rind, salt, pepper, and garlic in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
2
Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
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Combine the orange juice, sake, soy sauce, and honey in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until reduced to 2/3 cup (about 10 minutes).
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Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add duck; saute 5 minutes. Turn duck over; drizzle with 3 tablespoons juice mixture. Wrap handle of skillet with foil; bake at 400u00b0 for 10 minutes. Remove duck from pan; slice duck into 1/4-inch-thick pieces. Serve with orange-juice sauce.
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Note: Duck breasts may be found in the frozen poultry section. Try pairing this dish with Sainsbury Pinot Noir 1998 (Carneros) $ It's an earthy wine with hints of mandarin orange.

213

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 (12-ounce) frozen duck breasts, thawed, 1 1/2 tablespoons grated orange rind, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Seared Orange Duck Breast 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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Seared Orange Duck Breast

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