Roast Duck in the Oven: Easy and Tasty Recipe
Roast duck in the oven is one of the iconic dishes that delights the palate on every occasion. Its crispy skin and tender meat make it a perfect choice for a family meal or a get-together with friends. This simple recipe requires no extravagant ingredients. With just a duck, butter, and a few seasonings, you can create a tasty dish that will amaze your guests. The precise oven cooking ensures juicy and nicely browned meat, while frequent basting retains maximum flavor. This roast duck can be served with a mix of roasted vegetables or melting potatoes, making each bite even more delicious. In short, this roast duck recipe is ideal for festive meals but also for everyday dinners where you want to impress without overly complicating things. Feel free to customize the sides according to your preferences and enjoy every moment.
- Preparation time: 15 min
- Cooking time: 1h15
- Servings: for 4 people
- Difficulty: Medium
Ingredients
- - 1 duck weighing about 1.2 kg
- - 40 g of butter or margarine
- - salt and pepper to taste
Preparation
1. Start by melting 40 g of butter or margarine in a Dutch oven. Once the fat is hot, add the duck to brown it.
2. When it is nicely browned on all sides, season generously with salt and pepper.
3. Then place the Dutch oven in the preheated oven at 200°C (gas mark 6/7) without a lid.
Cook for 40 to 45 minutes, basting the duck regularly with its cooking juices.
4. Once cooking is finished, carve the duck into pieces and arrange them on a serving platter.
5. For the sauce, dilute the remaining cooking juices in the Dutch oven with a few tablespoons of boiling water. Return to the heat, scraping the bottom well with a wooden spoon to recover all the juices.
Bring to a boil for a few moments.
6. Finally, pour the hot sauce into a gravy boat ready to be served.
