Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
🍖 2 duck breasts | 🧂 Salt |
🌿 Black pepper | 🍋 Lemon zest (optional) |
🌶️ Spices of your choice (optional) | 🧄 1 clove of garlic (optional) |
🍷 A bit of red wine (optional) | 🧈 Butter (for cooking, optional) |
Utensils
🗡️ Sharp knife | 🔥 Non-stick pan |
🧂 Salt and pepper | 🌡️ Cooking thermometer |
🔪 Cutting board | 🥘 Oven-safe dish |
🕒 Timer | 💧 Sponges or paper towels |
Step-by-step preparation
Total cooking time: 15 minutes
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Rest time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Preheat your oven to 180°C to prepare for optimal cooking of the duck breast.
Score the skin of the duck breast by making crosses to allow the fat to drain.
Season the duck breast with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance the flavors.
Place the duck breast skin-side down in a cold pan, then heat on low to properly cook the fat.
Cook for about 7 to 8 minutes until the skin becomes nicely golden and crispy.
Flip the duck breast and continue cooking for 3 to 5 minutes depending on your desired doneness.
Remove the duck breast from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes to distribute the juices well.
Cooking duck breast may seem intimidating at first, but with the right methods and a little practice, you can master this art. Whether you choose to cook it in a pan or in the oven, each technique offers its own advantages to elevate the flavor of the meat. Be sure to properly prepare your duck breast, particularly by making crosses on the skin, to achieve even cooking. For successful cooking, carefully monitor the time and temperature to reach the desired result, whether rare or medium. With these tips, impress your guests at every meal.