Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
 2 duck breasts |
 Salt (to taste) |
 Pepper (to taste) |
 Optional: honey (for glazing) |
 Optional: garlic (for flavoring) |
 Optional: spices (such as paprika, according to taste) |
 Side dishes: vegetables or potatoes |
Utensils
| Baking dish |
 Sharp knife |
| Salt |
 Timer |
 Kitchen thermometer |
 Spice container |
 Preheated oven |
 Paper towel |
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Step-by-step Preparation
Total cooking time: 20 minutes
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Rest time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
STEP 1: Take the duck breasts out of the refrigerator and let them rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
STEP 2: Score the skin of the breasts with the tip of a knife to allow even cooking and achieve a crispy skin.
STEP 3: Preheat your oven to 250°C (thermostat 8) to prepare for the quick cooking of the breasts.
STEP 4: Place the breasts in a baking dish, skin side up to promote crispiness.
STEP 5: Bake the breasts for 15 minutes for rare cooking, or adjust according to your preferences.
STEP 6: Once cooked, remove the breasts from the oven and let them rest for 5 to 10 minutes for better tasting.
STEP 7: Slice the breasts at an angle for beautiful portions before serving with your choice of side dish.
Mastering the cooking of duck breast in the oven is accessible to everyone, and it allows for making delicious dishes at home. By respecting the cooking times, you achieve excellent results in rare, medium-rare, or medium doneness. Each of these options offers a distinct tasting experience to enjoy during a convivial meal.
For an even more refined touch, don’t forget to add suitable side dishes, such as a honey sauce or roasted potatoes. These elements wonderfully complement the duck breast while enhancing its natural flavor. Cooking at home thus becomes a real moment of sharing and pleasure.
