Keto Crispy Fried Duck

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Keto Crispy Fried Duck, a low-carb masterpiece that delivers a stunning balance of rich duck meat and perfectly crispy textures. This recipe uses aromatic spices like garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper to enhance the natural flavor of duck breasts, which are first seared to golden perfection and then transformed into crispy slices through a delicate xanthan gum coating and a creamy egg batter. Cooked in a blend of coconut and olive oil, this dish is keto-approved and brimming with healthy fats. Perfect for an elegant dinner or a special occasion, serve it with fresh herbs or a keto-friendly dipping sauce for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is delightful—and all in under an hour!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 whole (about 1.5 lbs) Duck breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

Pat dry the duck breasts with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps achieve a crispy skin.

Step 2

Score the skin of each duck breast in a crosshatch pattern without cutting into the meat. This will allow the fat to render more effectively during cooking.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

Step 4

Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the duck breasts, ensuring they are well-seasoned.

Step 5

In a large skillet, combine coconut oil and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the oils are hot, place the duck breasts skin-side down in the pan.

Step 6

Sear the duck breasts for about 6-8 minutes on the skin side or until the skin is golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes for medium doneness. Adjust the cooking time if you prefer a different doneness. Remove the duck from the pan and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes.

Step 7

While the duck is resting, separate out one duck breast and slice it into thin strips.

Step 8

In a large bowl, whisk together the egg and heavy cream until well combined. Season with a pinch of salt. This will serve as the batter base for the crispy duck strips.

Step 9

In a shallow dish, sprinkle the xanthan gum evenly across. Dredge the duck strips in the xanthan gum, lightly coating them.

Step 10

Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a clean skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 11

Dip each duck strip into the egg and cream mixture, ensuring they are fully coated, then place them into the heated skillet.

Step 12

Fry the strips until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 13

Serve the sliced crispy duck strips alongside the intact duck breast, garnished with any herbs or keto-friendly sauces of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1061.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3777.9

Total Fat 330.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.1g
Cholesterol 1011.6mg	0%
Sodium 3083.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 5.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 0.3g
Protein 179.7g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 136.3mg	0%
Iron 26.2mg	0%
Potassium 1975.0mg	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: 80.1%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 0.6%