Duck Breast with Honey, Ginger, and Fresh Figs: A Delicious Recipe
Duck breast with honey, ginger, and fresh figs is a dish that is both elegant and full of flavors. This recipe, which combines sweet and savory, offers a unique culinary experience, perfect for a romantic dinner or a special occasion. The tenderness of the duck breast, paired with the sweetness of the figs and the warmth of the ginger, creates a harmonious blend of flavors sure to delight your guests. The acacia honey adds a touch of sweetness, while the balsamic vinegar provides a well-balanced acidity. As for preparation, it requires little time, even though the result seems impressive. Suitable for two people, this dish can be excellently accompanied by basmati rice and oven-roasted tomatoes, for a complete meal that is sure to impress. Whether for a festive occasion or a quiet weekend, duck breast with honey and roasted fresh figs is a recipe you will want to make again and again.
- Preparation time: 45 min
- Cooking time: 15 min
- Servings: for 2 people
- Difficulty: Medium
Ingredients
- - 1 duck breast (about 400 g)
- - 4 fresh, ripe, and juicy figs
- - 10 g of fresh ginger, grated
- - 3 tablespoons of acacia honey, ideally organic
- - 5 cl of balsamic vinegar, for a strong taste
- - 10 cl of aromatic chicken broth
- - Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Preparation
1. In a hot pan, place the duck breast skin-side down and let it roast for about 8 minutes.
2. After this time, flip the duck breast to cook the other side for 5 minutes.
3. Once cooked, transfer the duck breast to a small oven-safe dish and keep it warm (be careful, it should not continue to cook).
4. Remove the excess fat from the pan, then add the halved figs.
5. Roast them for a few minutes before placing them in the dish with the duck breast.
6. Deglaze the pan with balsamic vinegar, incorporate honey, grated ginger, and chicken broth.
7. Let it reduce and adjust the seasoning to your liking.
8. For plating, slice the duck breast into strips, arrange the half figs beside, then generously drizzle with the sauce.
It is ideally served with a side of basmati rice and oven-roasted tomatoes.
