Pan-Seared Duck Breast with Cherry Sauce
Pan-Seared Duck Breast with Cherry Sauce offers an indulgent dining experience that balances savory and sweet flavors. The crispy duck skin paired with a luscious cherry sauce transforms any meal into a gourmet occasion, making it perfect for romantic dinners or special gatherings. Your guests will be captivated by the stunning presentation and rich taste of this elegant dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 duck breasts (6 oz each)
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat duck breasts dry and score the skin in a crisscross pattern. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Place duck breasts skin-side down in a cold skillet over medium heat. Cook for 6-8 minutes until the skin is crispy.
- Flip the breasts and cook for another 3-4 minutes for medium-rare. Transfer to a plate to rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté shallots until translucent. Add cherries, red wine, honey, and balsamic vinegar; simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Slice duck against the grain and serve topped with cherry sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 duck breast with cherry sauce (170g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg