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Duck à l’Orange (Canard à l’Orange)


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  • Author: Mari
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A classic French dish, Duck à l’Orange features crispy, golden duck breast glazed in a rich, tangy orange sauce. Served alongside roasted Brussels sprouts, potatoes, and cherry tomatoes, this dish is the perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors.


Ingredients

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For the duck:

  • 2 duck breasts (magrets de canard)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the orange sauce:

  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp butter

For the roasted vegetables:

 

  • 1/2 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 2 medium potatoes, sliced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp chopped pistachios
  • Fresh mint for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the duck:

  1. Score the skin of the duck breast in a crisscross pattern (without cutting into the meat).
  2. Season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Place the duck skin-side down in a cold pan and cook over medium heat for 6-8 minutes, until the skin is golden and crispy.
  4. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes for medium-rare.
  5. Set aside and let the duck rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Make the orange sauce:

  1. In the same pan, remove excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon.
  2. Add orange juice, zest, honey, balsamic vinegar, and chicken broth.
  3. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Stir in butter to thicken and create a glossy finish.

Roast the vegetables:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss Brussels sprouts, potatoes, and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, until golden and tender.

Serve:

 

  1. Slice the duck breast and arrange on plates.
  2. Drizzle with the orange sauce.
  3. Serve with the roasted vegetables.
  4. Garnish with chopped pistachios and fresh mint.

Notes

  • Scoring the skin helps render the fat and achieve crispy, golden skin.
  • Letting the duck rest before slicing locks in the juices.
  • The orange sauce can be enhanced with a splash of Grand Marnier or Cointreau for extra depth.
  • Serve with a light red wine like Pinot Noir or a citrusy white wine like Viognier.

 

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Seared, Roasting
  • Cuisine: French