Crispy Roast Duck Orange Glaze: The Best Homemade Delight
A delectable recipe for crispy roast duck with a sweet and tangy orange glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole duck
- 2 oranges (juice and zest)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix the orange juice, zest, honey, soy sauce, salt, pepper, and garlic in a bowl.
- Rub the mixture all over the duck, ensuring to get under the skin.
- Place the duck breast side up on a roasting rack in a pan.
- Roast for 1.5 hours, occasionally basting with the pan juices.
- Increase the heat to 425°F (220°C) for the last 30 minutes to crisp the skin.
- Let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the duck marinate in the glaze overnight.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 duck
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Crispy Roast Duck, Orange Glaze, Homemade Recipe