Spicy Duck Curry

Dive into the bold and exotic flavors of Spicy Duck Curry, a tantalizing dish that transforms tender duck breast into a symphony of rich spices and creamy coconut indulgence. This recipe combines perfectly seared, golden-crispy duck with a fragrant curry sauce featuring toasted curry powder, ground cumin, coriander, and a hint of heat from crushed red pepper flakes. Simmered with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a cinnamon stick, and balanced by the sweetness of coconut milk and brown sugar, plus a splash of tangy lime juice and savory fish sauce, this curry is a true celebration of bold flavors. Perfectly paired with steamed rice, this 1-hour recipe is ideal for a special dinner or entertaining guests with a taste of refined elegance and spice. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an extra burst of freshness, and watch as this remarkable dish wins everyone over.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces duck breast, skin on
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 14 ounce can coconut milk
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Score the skin of each duck breast in a criss-cross pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat.

Step 2

Season the duck breasts with salt and let them sit for about 10 minutes.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and place the duck breasts skin-side down. Sear until the skin is crispy and golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

Flip the duck breasts and sear the other side for 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, stirring until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in curry powder, cumin, coriander, crushed red pepper flakes, and the cinnamon stick, cooking for another minute to toast the spices.

Step 8

Pour in the coconut milk and chicken stock, stirring to combine. Add the brown sugar, fish sauce, and lime juice.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and return the duck breasts to the skillet, skin-side up.

Step 10

Cover and let simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the duck is tender and cooked through.

Step 11

Remove the cinnamon stick, adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if necessary.

Step 12

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Serve hot over steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2052.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3375.3

Total Fat 259.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 693.3mg	0%
Sodium 8512.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 54.4g
Protein 171.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 313.7mg	0%
Iron 36.5mg	0%
Potassium 2756.9mg	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: 69.2%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 10.4%