Duck with Blackberry Sauce

Elevate your next dinner with the sophisticated flavors of Duck with Blackberry Sauce—a gourmet dish that's surprisingly simple to make. Perfectly seared duck breasts boast crispy golden skin and tender, juicy meat, while a luscious blackberry sauce adds a sweet-tart depth with hints of honey and balsamic vinegar. This dish balances richness and brightness, with a silky sauce finished with butter for a luxurious touch. With just 40 minutes from prep to plating, it’s an ideal choice for date nights or dinner parties. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes to complete this unforgettable meal. Whether you’re looking to impress or indulge, this recipe promises elegance and flavor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Duck breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1.5 cups Blackberries
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 0.5 cup Chicken stock
• 1 piece Shallot
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Pat the duck breasts dry with paper towels. Score the skin in a crosshatch pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat.

Step 3

Season both sides of the duck breasts generously with salt and pepper.

Step 4

Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 5

Place the duck breasts skin-side down in the skillet and cook for about 6-8 minutes or until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Do not flip during this time.

Step 6

Flip the duck breasts and sear the meat side for 2 minutes.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 6-8 minutes for medium-rare or longer if desired. Remove the skillet and let the duck rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Step 8

While the duck is in the oven, finely chop the shallot.

Step 9

In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and sauté the shallot until soft and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Add the blackberries, honey, balsamic vinegar, and chicken stock to the saucepan. Stir to combine and simmer for 8-10 minutes until the blackberries break down and the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 11

Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to create a glossy finish.

Step 12

Strain the sauce through a fine mesh sieve to remove the seeds if desired, pressing with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.

Step 13

Slice the rested duck breasts thinly and plate them. Drizzle the blackberry sauce over the duck and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(787.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1398.9

Total Fat 97.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 240.7mg	0%
Sodium 2570.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 71.1g
Protein 49.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 147.1mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 1008.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.6%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 24.6%