✨ Introduction
Zesty Roast Duck with Orange Glaze 🦆🍊 is a sophisticated dish that combines crispy roasted duck with a bright, tangy orange glaze. Ideal for holidays, dinner parties, or any special occasion 🌙.
🧂 Ingredients
🔸 For the Duck
- 🦆 1 whole duck (4–5 lbs), cleaned and patted dry
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- ⚫ ½ tsp black pepper
- 🍊 1 orange, cut into quarters
- 🧄 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 🌿 2 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme
🔸 For the Orange Glaze
- 🍊 ½ cup orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
- 🍯 ¼ cup honey
- 🍬 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 🥣 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 🌟 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 🍊 ½ tsp orange zest
- 🫚 ¼ tsp ground ginger (optional)
💡 Tips for Success
- 🔪 Prick the duck’s skin lightly before roasting to help render fat and crisp the skin.
- 🪜 Use a rack in the roasting pan for even cooking and fat drainage.
- 🍯 Baste with glaze during final roasting for caramelized finish.
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Duck
- 🔥 Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 🧂 Season duck with salt and pepper inside and out.
- 🍊 Stuff cavity with orange quarters, garlic, and herbs.
- 🔪 Prick skin all over without piercing the meat.
2️⃣ Roast the Duck
- 🪜 Place duck breast-side up on rack in roasting pan. Roast for 1 hour.
- 🧈 Drain rendered fat. Turn duck breast-side down and roast 45 minutes more.
3️⃣ Prepare the Orange Glaze
- 🥣 Combine orange juice, honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, mustard, zest, and ginger.
- 🔥 Simmer over medium heat, stirring, until slightly thickened (5–7 minutes). Set aside.
4️⃣ Glaze the Duck
- 🔁 Turn duck breast-side up again. Brush generously with glaze.
- ⏲️ Roast 15–20 minutes more, basting once or twice. Internal temp should reach 165°F (74°C).
5️⃣ Rest and Serve
- ⏳ Let duck rest 10–15 minutes before carving.
- 🍽️ Serve with remaining glaze on the side.
📊 Nutritional Information (per serving)
- 🔥 Calories: 450
- 🍞 Carbohydrates: 15g
- 🥩 Protein: 35g
- 🧈 Fat: 28g
- 🌾 Fiber: 1g
- 🍬 Sugars: 12g
- 🧂 Sodium: 350mg
✅ Conclusion
Zesty Roast Duck with Orange Glaze is rich, vibrant, and elegant—a show-stopping centerpiece for any festive meal 🦆🍊🍯✨. Pair with roasted vegetables, wild rice, or a fresh salad for a complete dish.
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