Duck a L'orange
Duck a l'Orange is a classic French dish featuring a whole roasted duck with crispy, crackling skin along with an aromatic and sweet citrus sauce.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
- Chicken broth - 1 cup
- Red wine vinegar - 1/4 cup
- Sugar - 1/4 cup
- Oranges - 3
- Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 tablespoon
- Whole duck - 1 (4 to 5 pounds)
Let's Get Started
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Season the duck with salt and pepper, then place it in the roasting pan.
- Zest and juice two of the oranges and set aside. Slice the remaining orange and place it inside the duck.
- Roast the duck in the oven for about 2 hours, or until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
- While the duck is roasting, make the sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and vinegar over medium heat. Cook until the sugar has dissolved.
- Add the orange juice, zest, and chicken broth to the saucepan. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the sauce has reduced by half.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a little water to make a slurry. Stir this into the sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Once the duck is done roasting, let it rest for a few minutes before carving. Serve the duck with the orange sauce on the side.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 28g
- Carbs: 16g
- Protein: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 14g