Christine Holland
@chrholdiaries
Honey Soy Ginger Duck Breast
This Honey Soy Ginger Duck Breast recipe features succulent duck breasts seared to perfection and glazed with a sweet and savory sauce made from honey, soy sauce, and fresh ginger. It's a delightful dish that combines rich flavors and is perfect for a special dinner or a cozy night in.
Details
- Cuisine:asian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:12
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time15 min.
- Cook time30 min.
- Total time45 min.
- Servings2
Ingredients
- 2
- 1 pinch
- 1 pinch
- 1 pinch
- 1/2 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- 2 tablespoons
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 pinch
- 1 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Honey Soy Ginger Duck Breast.
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
While that warms up, grab a sharp knife and gently score the skin of the duck breasts in a lovely crosshatch pattern, making about four shallow cuts—just enough to let the flavors seep in without piercing the meat.
Step 3
Sprinkle a generous pinch of salt, cayenne pepper, and black pepper over the skin to give it a delightful kick.
Step 4
Next, heat an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 5
Once it’s nice and hot, place the duck breasts skin-side down in the skillet.
Step 6
Sizzle them for about five minutes, or until the skin turns a beautiful golden brown and crispy.
Step 7
If there’s any excess fat pooling in the skillet, carefully spoon it out to keep things from getting too greasy.
Step 8
Now, flip the duck breasts over and let them cook for another minute on the meat side.
Step 9
It’s time to transfer the skillet to your preheated oven.
Step 10
Roast the duck until it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) for well-done, or to your preferred level of doneness.
Step 11
Once they’re cooked to perfection, take the duck breasts out of the skillet and cover them with foil to rest—this helps keep them juicy.
Step 12
Pour off any remaining fat from the skillet, and let’s make a delicious sauce! In the same skillet, combine chicken stock, honey, soy sauce, rice wine, grated ginger, tomato sauce, chili powder, and a splash of lime juice.
Step 13
Whisk this vibrant mixture over high heat until it comes to a boil and thickens up nicely, which should take about two minutes.
Step 14
Now, it’s time to slice those rested duck breasts thinly.
Step 15
Arrange the slices on serving plates and drizzle that luscious sauce over the top.
Step 16
Enjoy your beautifully cooked duck, and savor the delightful flavors you’ve created!.