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Healthy Duck Recipe

A perfectly roasted duck with golden brown, crispy skin and juicy, flavorful meat that’s both gourmet and health-conscious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 whole duck about 4-5 pounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 orange quartered
  • 1 onion quartered
  • Fresh herbs like thyme and rosemary

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Roasting pan
  • Meat thermometer
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Remove excess fat from the duck’s cavity and rinse it under cold water; pat dry.
  3. Rub the duck all over with olive oil, then season generously with sea salt and black pepper.
  4. Stuff the cavity with quartered orange, quartered onion, and fresh herbs.
  5. Place the duck breast-side up in a roasting pan and roast for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Every 30 minutes, baste the duck with the pan juices to keep the meat juicy and the skin golden brown.
  7. Remove the duck from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving to allow juices to redistribute.
  8. Use a sharp knife to carve the duck into pieces and serve with your favorite sides.

Notes

Let the duck rest after cooking to ensure moist, juicy meat.