Duck with apples baked in a sleeve

12 servings

120 minutes

Duck with apples, baked in a sleeve, is a culinary masterpiece that embodies the spirit of European cuisine. The combination of tender duck meat and fragrant apples creates a harmony of flavors where the sweetness of the fruit highlights the richness of the bird. Marinating in a spicy brine gives the dish a rich aroma and makes the meat especially juicy. Baking in a sleeve preserves natural juices, creating a slow-cooking effect. This recipe has roots in traditional French and German gastronomy, where roasted duck with fruits was a favorite dish for celebrations. It is best served hot, complemented by a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal. A magnificent choice for a festive dinner or cozy family evening.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 562.9
• Proteins: 23.3g
• Fats: 48.2g
• Carbohydrates: 10.1g

Ingredients

• Duck: 2 kg
• Apple: 1 kg
• Salt: 100 g
• Garlic: 1 head
• Bay leaf: 5 pc
• Black peppercorns: 10 g
• Allspice peas: 10 g
• Ground coriander: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Prepare the necessary ingredients.

2. Pour 2 liters of water into a separate container, bring to a boil, add 100 grams of salt, 1 head of garlic, 5 bay leaves, 10 allspice berries, 10 black peppercorns, ground coriander to taste, and boil the spices for about 5-7 minutes with the lid on. Cool to room temperature without removing the lid.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt: 100 g
   • Garlic: 1 head
   • Bay leaf: 5 piece
   • Black peppercorns: 10 g
   • Allspice peas: 10 g
   • Ground coriander:  to taste

3. Soak the duck in cold water for 1.5 hours.

   Required ingredients:

   • Duck: 2 kg

4. Drain the water from the duck. Wash the duck well, remove all excess.

5. Soak the duck in cooled brine for about 8-10 hours. Leave it to marinate in a cool place.

6. Before taking the duck out of the brine, wash the apples well, cut them into four pieces, and remove the core.

   Required ingredients:

   • Apple: 1 kg

7. Remove the duck from the brine and stuff it with the prepared apples.

   Required ingredients:

   • Apple: 1 kg

8. Place the duck and remaining apples in a roasting bag, tie the ends of the bag, and make a few holes on top with a toothpick. Put the duck in the bag on a baking tray and send it to the oven preheated to 180 degrees.

   Required ingredients:

   • Duck: 2 kg
   • Apple: 1 kg

9. Roast the duck with apples in the oven for about 1 hour and 50 minutes.

10. Take the cooked duck out of the oven and carefully cut the sleeve.

11. Serve the duck with apples hot or warm.