Oven Roasted Crispy Whole Duck & Figgy Orange Glaze
Oven Roasted Crispy Whole Duck & Figgy Orange Glaze is the perfect dish to impress your guests while being surprisingly easy to prepare. This recipe combines a beautifully roasted duck with a luscious glaze made from sweet figs and zesty oranges, creating a delightful balance of flavors that will become the centerpiece of any dining experience. The crispy skin and juicy meat are sure to win over even the pickiest eaters. Ideal for festive occasions or cozy family dinners, this dish not only looks stunning on the table but also fills your home with an irresistible aroma. Follow our simple steps to create an elegant meal that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: General
Ingredients
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- 1 whole chilled duck
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano, dried
- ½ teaspoon thyme, dried
- ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 1 sprig rosemary, fresh
- 2 sprigs thyme, fresh
- 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
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Rinse and pat dry the duck.
- Season the duck with salt (if not brined), garlic powder, oregano, thyme, and pepper.
- Place the duck breast side up on a roasting rack and roast for about 90 minutes until golden brown.
- In a saucepan, combine orange juice, fig jam, maple syrup, soy sauce (or coconut amino acids), balsamic vinegar, and corn starch; heat until thickened.
- Brush the duck with glaze before resting for 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg