Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
🍽️ 2 duck breasts | 🥔 700 g of potatoes |
🍯 2 tablespoons of honey | 🧄 2 cloves of garlic |
🍊 1 orange (juice and zest) | 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste |
🌱 Herbs de Provence | 🥗 Lamb’s lettuce leaves (for the salad) |
Utensils
🍳 Saucepan | 🔪 Chef’s knife |
🥄 Wooden spoon | 🧊 Serving dish |
📏 Measuring cups | 🔥 Non-stick frying pan |
🌿 Zester | 🎛 Blender (if needed) |
Step-by-step Preparation
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Rest time: 5 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Ideal accompaniment: Roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, salad or sautéed potatoes.
STEP 1: Preheat the oven to 200°C to prepare the roasted vegetables. This will ensure even cooking.
STEP 2: Wash and cut the vegetables into uniform pieces for quick and even cooking.
STEP 3: Arrange the vegetables on a baking sheet and drizzle them lightly with olive oil and salt.
STEP 4: Bake the vegetables and let them cook for 30 minutes until golden and tender.
STEP 5: While cooking, prepare the sauce by mixing honey and orange juice in a small saucepan.
STEP 6: Heat the sauce over low heat until it thickens slightly and releases its flavors.
STEP 7: Once the vegetables are cooked, let them rest for 5 minutes before serving with your duck breast.
STEP 8: Serve everything with the honey and orange sauce for a blend of indulgent flavors.
The duck breast pairs well with a variety of accompaniments that enhance its flavors. For a sweet touch, a honey or orange sauce brings a lovely harmony with the meat. Seasonal vegetables, whether crunchy or grilled, contribute to balancing the dish by adding texture and color.
Potatoes in all their forms, especially roasted or mashed, are also safe bets to complement this dish. Feel free to explore combinations like an onion chutney for an explosion of flavors. These simple and tasty pairings make every meal with duck breast exceptional.