Muscovy Duck with Citrus Cranberry Mascarpone Sauce
The ultimate comfort food, Muscovy Duck with Citrus Cranberry Mascarpone Sauce perfectly combines savory duck with a tangy sauce bursting with citrus and cranberries. This easy weeknight dinner is sure to impress, making it a must-try tonight!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Chef's Knife
- Skillet
- Frying Pan
- Oven
Ingredients
- 2 breast duck skin scored
- 6 whole tangerines juiced
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons mascarpone cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In an ovenproof skillet, heat a thin layer of oil over high heat.
- Generously season both sides of the duck breasts with salt and pepper.
- Once the skillet is hot, place the duck breasts skin-side down in the skillet.
- Carefully flip the duck breasts over and let them cook for 3 more minutes.
- Turn the duck back to skin-side up, then discard excess fat from the pan.
- Transfer the skillet to your preheated oven and roast for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
- After removing the skillet from the oven, cover the duck with aluminum foil.
- Meanwhile, in a separate small saucepan, combine the dried cranberries and tangerine juice.
- Lower the heat and stir in the mascarpone cheese.
- Using an immersion blender, puree the mascarpone and cranberry sauce until it’s silky smooth.
- For an added depth of flavor, mix in a tablespoon of the reserved juices from the duck.
- Return the sauce to the heat for a minute to warm through.
- To plate, spread a generous amount of the sauce on the bottom of each plate and slice the duck breast.
Notes
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: You can freeze the sauce separately for up to a month.
- Pairing: This dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, wild rice, or a fresh green salad.
- Serving: Present the duck sliced over the sauce to highlight its rich color.
- Cooking Technique: If you're unsure about cooking duck, practice makes perfect!
- Flavor Enhancements: Consider adding balsamic vinegar to the sauce for extra complexity.