Delicious Duck Breast with Seasonal Vegetables
Indulge in a gourmet dish featuring tender duck breast paired with vibrant seasonal vegetables. This recipe blends rich flavors with an elegant presentation, making it perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients:
For the Duck & Vegetables:
- 1 duck breast (12 oz)
- ½ carrot
- ½ leek
- 3 Italian white grapes
- 1 chunk of pumpkin (about 5 oz peeled)
- 1 potato
- 2 tomatoes
- ½ onion
- 2 star anise
- 1 pinch of ground cumin
- Olive oil
- Salt & black pepper to taste
For the Fruity Dessert:
- 5 tbsp (75g) soft butter
- 5 tbsp (75g) powdered sugar
- 1¼ cup (150g) flour
- 1 egg
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 fruit of choice (banana, apple, or pear)
- 1 tsp shredded coconut
Instructions:
🍽 Preparing the Duck Breast:
- Score the skin of the duck breast and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the duck skin-side down. Sear until golden and crispy.
- Flip the duck and cook to your preferred doneness, then let it rest before slicing.
🥕 Cooking the Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add a bit of olive oil and sauté the onion, carrot, and leek until soft.
- Add the diced pumpkin and potato, cooking until tender.
- Toss in the grapes, star anise, and cumin for a flavorful finish.
🍰 Making the Dessert:
- Cream the butter and powdered sugar together until smooth.
- Mix in the flour, egg, and salt until well combined.
- Fold in your chosen fruit and shredded coconut.
- Pour the batter into a baking dish and bake until golden.
Serving:
Slice the rested duck breast and serve it over the sautéed vegetables, accompanied by the fruity dessert for a perfectly balanced meal. 😋
💡 Pro Tips:
- Swap duck for chicken or turkey if preferred.
- Serve with rice, quinoa, or a light green salad.
- For a vegetarian option, use grilled tofu instead of duck.
- Prep the vegetables and dessert ahead of time, then cook the duck fresh before serving.
- If you don’t have star anise, use fennel seeds or a pinch of cinnamon as a substitute.
Enjoy your meal! 🍽✨
