YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Crispy Seared Duck with Sweet Cherry Sauce
A succulent duck breast with perfectly rendered, golden-brown skin sits atop a velvety cherry reduction sauce. The meat remains tender and juicy while the exterior delivers an irresistible crackle with each bite.
INGREDIENTS
5 oz duck breast
1/2 cup fresh cherries, pitted
1 medium shallot, finely minced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 sprigs fresh thyme
Salt and black pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Score the duck breast skin in a diamond pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Place the duck breast skin-side down in a cold, heavy-bottomed skillet. Turn heat to medium-low.
Cook for 8-10 minutes, allowing the fat to slowly render and the skin to become golden brown and crispy. Pour off excess fat as it accumulates (save it for future cooking).
Once the skin is crispy, flip the breast and cook for an additional 4-6 minutes for medium-rare. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest.
Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of duck fat from the pan. Add minced shallots and sauté until softened, about 2 minutes.
Add pitted cherries, balsamic vinegar, chicken broth, and thyme sprigs. Simmer until the sauce reduces and thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove thyme sprigs from the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Slice the duck breast against the grain into thin slices.
Plate the sliced duck breast and spoon the cherry sauce over top.