How to Make No-Fail Duck Breast - A Step-by-Step Guide

Duck breast is a rich and flavorful cut of meat that is a favorite among many food enthusiasts. However, cooking duck breast can be intimidating for some, as it requires a delicate balance of rendering the fat, achieving a crispy skin, and ensuring the meat is cooked to the perfect level of doneness. With this recipe for No-Fail Duck Breast, you can put your worries aside and master the art of cooking this delicious dish.

One of the key factors in cooking duck breast is rendering the ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 large duck breasts, with skin on
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 (1/2 inch) piece ginger, grated
  • 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Pierce duck breast skin using a knife. Combine soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, and ginger in a large shallow bowl. Add duck breasts to the marinade and let sit 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
  • Divide onions evenly between 2 small casserole dishes. Place 1 duck breast in each dish. Pour remaining marinade equally over duck.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove dishes from oven and carefully drain and discard as much accumulated fat as possible. Return dishes to oven and bake 20 minutes more.
  • Transfer duck to serving dishes and let sit about 5 minutes. Slice thinly and top with baked onions.
  • Nutrition

    257 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 105mg
    • Sodium: 1877mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 54mg
    • Calcium: 77mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 406mg