Duck breast baked in honey sauce

4 servings

30 minutes

Duck breast baked in honey sauce is a refined dish of European cuisine that captivates with the combination of tender meat and sweet-spicy flavor. Duck has long been considered a symbol of sophistication and festive feasts. The honey marinade gives the breast a caramel crust and unique aroma, while lemon juice and soy sauce create a balance of sweetness and slight acidity. The dish pairs perfectly with roasted vegetables or light salads, and its texture—crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside—turns the meal into a gastronomic delight. Spices enhance the depth of flavor, while garlic adds zest. Serving hot duck breast with sauce makes it the centerpiece of the table, suitable for special occasions as well as cozy family dinners.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 599.3
• Proteins: 28.7g
• Fats: 51.5g
• Carbohydrates: 10.7g

Ingredients

• Duck breast with skin: 2 pc
• Refined olive oil: 4 tbsp
• Soy sauce: 2 tbsp
• Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
• Spices for poultry: 10 g
• Garlic: 1 pc
• Liquid honey: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Place the breast in a fireproof dish.

   Required ingredients:

   • Duck breast with skin: 2 pieces

2. Prepare the necessary ingredients.

3. For the sauce, pour oil into a container and add lemon juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Refined olive oil: 4 tablespoons
   • Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon

4. Add soy sauce.

   Required ingredients:

   • Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons

5. Mix all the ingredients in the sauce.

6. Add liquid honey to the sauce.

   Required ingredients:

   • Liquid honey: 1 tablespoon

7. Clean the garlic.

8. Add garlic pressed through a garlic press.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 1 piece

9. Add poultry seasoning to the sauce and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Spices for poultry: 10 g

10. Pour the sauce over the duck breast, spreading it evenly across the surface.

    Required ingredients:

    • Duck breast with skin: 2 pieces

11. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and let it marinate for 30 minutes.

12. Remove the film and let the bird rest for 2-3 minutes.

13. Make incisions in the skin with a sharp knife in several places.

14. Place the chicken breast skin-side down in a hot skillet and fry until golden.

15. Flip the poultry and fry on medium heat for about 3 more minutes.

16. Place the chicken breast back in the baking dish, pouring the marinade over it.

    Required ingredients:

    • Duck breast with skin: 2 pieces

17. Place the dish in a baking sleeve, secure the ends, and make a few holes with a toothpick. Send it to the oven.

18. After 20 minutes, take the bird out of the oven and serve it at the table.