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Orange Duck Breast
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38 MIN
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Medium
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4 servings
About This Recipe
This succulent Orange-Glazed Duck with Fennel Salad is a showstopper, combining rich, crispy duck with vibrant citrus and aromatic spices. The duck is lightly scored and marinated in zesty orange juice, garlic, ginger, and five-spice powder for a deeply flavorful crust. Pan-seared to perfection, the skin turns irresistibly crispy while the meat stays tender. Served alongside a refreshing salad of juicy tomatoes, crisp fennel, and orange segments tossed in balsamic vinegar and olive oil, every bite balances richness with bright, tangy freshness. Perfect for a gourmet dinner, this dish highlights the harmony of savory, sweet, and aromatic notes—making it a must-try for duck lovers and food enthusiasts alike!
Instructions
Detailed preparation guide
servings
4
Total Time
38m
shopping_basket Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- duck breast 175g
The aromatics
- orange 1 medium (150g)
- tomatoes 150g diced
- fennel 100g sliced
The sauce & seasonings
- garlic 2 cloves
- ginger 5g (1 small piece)
- olive oil 1 tbsp
- salt ½ tsp
- black pepper ½ tsp
- five-spice powder 1 tsp
- balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp
menu_book Directions
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Step 1
Lightly score a crosshatch pattern on the duck skin.
2
Step 2
Squeeze orange zest juice and apply it to the surface of the duck meat.
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Step 3
Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and five-spice powder. Crush garlic and slice ginger, place them on the scored surface, and marinate for 30 minutes.
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Step 4
Place the diced tomatoes, fennel, and orange flesh in a bowl, and mix with a small amount of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and black pepper.
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Step 5
Heat a skillet without oil, sear the duck skin to remove excess fat, and cook with the marinating ingredients for 10-15 minutes.
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Step 6
Slice the duck meat and serve with the seasonal vegetable salad.
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