Barbary duck breast, known for its rich and distinctive flavor, is a delightful meat to cook with. This recipe focuses on pan-searing the duck breast to achieve a crispy skin while keeping the meat tender and juicy.

Pan-Seared Barbary Duck Breast

A flavorful and succulent Barbary duck breast cooked to perfection with a crispy skin and tender meat.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 30

Course Main Course

Cuisine international

Equipment

pan
paper towels
meat thermometer

Ingredients

Barbary duck breasts
salt
ground black pepper
herbs
olive oil

Instructions

Pat the duck breasts dry with paper towels. Score the skin of the duck breasts with a sharp knife, making shallow diagonal cuts about 1/4-inch apart, being careful not to cut into the meat. This helps render the fat and crisp the skin.
Season both sides of the duck breasts generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Optionally, add herbs or spices of your choice for extra flavor. Rub the seasoning into the skin and meat.
Heat a skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Place the duck breasts in the skillet, skin-side down, without adding any oil initially.
Sear the duck breasts for about 6-8 minutes, rendering the fat and crisping the skin. Press the breasts down gently with a spatula to ensure even contact with the pan.
Once the skin is crispy and golden brown, flip the duck breasts using tongs. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking for another 4-6 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches your desired level of doneness
Once cooked to your preferred doneness, transfer the duck breasts to a cutting board. Allow them to rest for about 5 minutes to let the juices redistribute before slicing.
Slice the duck breasts diagonally into thin slices. Arrange the slices on a serving platter or individual plates.
Optionally, you can deglaze the pan with a little red wine or balsamic vinegar, add some stock or broth, and simmer to create a simple pan sauce to drizzle over the duck slices.

SOURCE: MY RECIPE JOINT

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Notes

Keep an eye on the duck breasts while cooking to prevent burning and adjust the heat as needed.
Serve the Barbary duck breast slices with your choice of sides like roasted vegetables, potatoes, or a fresh salad for a delicious meal.

Enjoy this Pan-Seared Barbary Duck Breast as a delightful and flavorful dish that's perfect for an elegant dinner!

Nutrition

Serving: 600g

Keyword duck breast

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