Classic French Duck à l'Orange with Citrus Glaze

Classic French Duck à l'Orange with Citrus Glaze

StandardFrenchDinnerClassicElegantSpecial Occasion
⏱️ 30m PREP
🔥 90m COOK
👥 4 SERVINGS
⚡ 650 CAL/SERV
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Overview

A classic French dish featuring succulent duck served with a sweet and tangy citrus glaze, perfect for a special dinner occasion.

Macronutrients per serving

105
grams
Protein
35.0g 33%
Fat
50.0g 48%
Carbs
20.0g 19%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C
35% DV
Supports immune function
☀️ Vitamin A
20% DV
Important for vision and immune function
🔺 Iron
15% DV
Essential for blood production
💧 Omega-3
10% DV
Supports heart health
🔺 Potassium
12% DV
Regulates fluid balance

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 whole duck giblets removed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Citrus Glaze

  • 1 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons grand marnier
  • 1 tablespoon grated orange zest

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2 Pat the duck dry with paper towels and season the cavity with salt and pepper.
  3. 3 Place the duck on a rack in a roasting pan, breast side up.
  4. 4 Roast the duck in the preheated oven for 1.5 hours, or until the skin is crisp and golden.
  5. 5 While the duck is roasting, prepare the glaze. In a saucepan, combine orange juice, sugar, and white wine vinegar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  6. 6 Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the glaze thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. 7 Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the grand marnier and orange zest.
  8. 8 Once the duck is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  9. 9 Carve the duck and arrange it on a serving platter.
  10. 10 Pour the citrus glaze over the carved duck pieces and serve immediately.

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