Duck breast with honey sauce
2 servings
25 minutes
Duck breast with honey sauce is an exquisite dish of French cuisine that combines tender meat with a delicate balance of sweetness and spicy flavors. The honey sauce, enhanced with Provençal herbs, red wine vinegar, and soy sauce, gives the duck a caramel glaze and rich taste. The classic technique of pan-searing followed by roasting preserves the meat's juiciness, while garlic adds a spicy depth. Finally, the duck is served on fresh salad leaves that provide freshness and contrast in textures. This dish is perfect for a festive dinner or special occasion, showcasing the elegance of French culinary art in every bite.
1
Dry the breast with a napkin.
2
Make an incision in the skin without cutting through the breast.
3
Place the chicken breast skin-side down on the heated skillet.
- Duck breast: 1 piece
4
Add the pepper mix and sauté for 3 minutes on high heat.
- Ground pepper blend: to taste
5
Clean the garlic and crush it with a chef's knife.
- Garlic: 2 cloves
6
Add garlic to the melted fat.
- Garlic: 2 cloves
7
Flip the duck and fry for another 3 minutes.
8
Line the baking dish with foil. Place the duck on top, then add garlic.
9
For the sauce, pour honey into the sauceboat. If it's too thick, you can melt it in the microwave for a couple of seconds.
- Honey: 1 teaspoon
10
Add olive oil and vinegar.
- Extra virgin olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Red wine vinegar: 1 teaspoon
11
Add soy sauce and Provencal herbs. Mix thoroughly.
- Soy sauce: 0.5 teaspoon
- Herbes de Provence: 1 teaspoon
12
Send the duck to a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 15 minutes.
13
Place lettuce leaves on a plate, topped with sliced duck.
- Green salad leaves: to taste
14
Pour the prepared sauce and serve.
- Honey: 1 teaspoon