Oven Roasted Crispy Whole Duck & Figgy Orange Glaze
If you’re searching for a memorable dish that’s both impressive and straightforward to create, look no further than Oven Roasted Crispy Whole Duck with Figgy Orange Glaze. This stunning centerpiece features perfectly crispy skin and succulent meat, enhanced by a sweet and tangy glaze that combines the rich flavors of fig and orange. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, this recipe is designed to make any occasion feel extraordinary. With minimal effort, you can delight your guests with a gourmet meal that looks like it took hours to prepare.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 whole chilled duck
- Sea salt (if needed)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- ½ cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons fig jam
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or coconut amino acids
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
Instructions
- Prepare the duck: Rinse under cool water, pat dry, and score the skin lightly.
- Season: Mix sea salt (if needed), garlic powder, oregano, thyme, and cracked pepper. Rub all over the duck.
- Roast: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place duck breast-side up on a roasting rack in a pan and roast for about 90 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Make the glaze: Combine orange juice, fig jam, maple syrup, soy sauce (or coconut aminos), balsamic vinegar, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.
- Glaze & rest: Brush the duck with glaze and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg