Duck Breast

Duck Breast

Served with Balsamic Reduction

It's a lavish dish that's perfect for date nights and special occasions. It's also so tasty that you might find any excuse to celebrate.

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Prep Time

0 H 20 M

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Oven

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Cook Time

0 H 50 M

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Ingredients:

  • Duck Breast

    About 400g / 14 oz recommended Boneless recommended Should be thawed to fridge temperature before starting cook

  • 2 Tbsp Shallot

  • 15g / 1 Tbsp Unsalted Butter

  • 75ml / ⅓ Cup Chicken Broth

    Low-sodium or no-salt broth recommended Low-sodium vegetable broth can be substituted

  • 3 Tbsp Balsamic Glaze

  • 1 Tbsp Honey

  • Salt to Taste

    Salt flakes recommended

  • Black Pepper to Taste

    Freshly ground recommended

  • Tools:

  • Sieve

  • Tongs

  • Wooden Spoon

  • Roasting Rack

  • Baking Tray

  • Pan

    Cast iron or steel recommended

  • Knife

  • Small Bowl

  • Cutting Board

  • Heat-Resistant Gloves

  • About This Recipe:

    Voilà! It's our slightly more budget-friendly and duck-friendly take on a classic dish in the world of French cuisine. They say that Paris is the city of love, so naturally, there's no better way to celebrate a night in without the kids or to impress your date than with un bon plat français. This fatty and flavorful meat drizzled with sweet balsamic reduction is so unbelievably decadent that it sets the perfect tone for a romantic evening, or even a special "treat yourself" kind of occasion. They also say (whoever "they" are) that duck's tender, juicy, and rich texture is the perfect combination for meat lovers, and since MEATER is the perfect tool for meat lovers, this just feels like a perfect fit. Searing the duck fat to a delicious crisp before cooking low and slow with MEATER is going to give you a mix of tastes and textures unlike anything you've ever had before. With duck, you don't have to worry about overpowering the flavor, so you can go for stronger side dishes. Root vegetables like sweet potatoes work really well, and you can also make some balsamic roasted vegetables to complement the sauce. Of course, a romantic dinner isn't the same without a nice glass of red wine, and you'll have the best luck with fruity types like pinot noir or merlot to go with your duck.

    Cooking Method:

  • 1

    Pre-Heat Oven

    Pre-heat your oven to 250°F (120°C). This can take up to 15m.

    Even though duck meat is pretty lean, duck breast traditionally comes with a really thick layer of fat on top. The fat layer should be left on because this is what's going to pack the meat with the flavor that duck is known for, and this means that you'll want to cook low and slow to let that fat render and give you the best result.

  • 2

    Mince Shallot

    Finely chop your shallot.

    Shallots are popular in sauces because their flavor is milder and more refined than some other onions. While they're cooking, they also release a subtle sweetness.

  • 3

    Score Fat

    Cut a cross hatch pattern into the fat, but take care not to cut the meat.

    Because the fat layer is so thick, scoring it (making shallow cuts in it) helps it render more easily. Plus, it just looks neat.

  • 4

    Trim Excess Fat

    Trim the fat and silverskin from the bottom of your duck breast.

    The sinew on the bottom of the duck breast is tough and chewy, and if it gets left on, it's going to interrupt that moist, rich texture experience that you want from duck.

  • 5

    Season Duck

    Sprinkle salt and pepper all over and pat it in.

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    Pre-Heat Oven

    Pre-heat your oven to 250°F (120°C). This can take up to 15m.

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