Duck Breast with Tropical Fruits
Meats

Duck Breast with Tropical Fruits

Crispy-skinned duck breasts served with an exotic, sweet sauce made from mango, passion fruit, and honey, scented with ginger and balsamic vinegar.

Prep⏱️ 15 min
Cook🔥 20 min
Servings👥 2 servings
Difficulty📊 Easy
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🛒 Ingredients

2 servings

2
  • 2 duck breasts
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch pepper
  • 1 ripe mango
  • 1 passion fruit (pulp)
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 0.5 lemon (juiced)
  • 1 tbsp butter

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Directions

  1. 1

    Score the skin of the duck breasts in a crosshatch pattern, then season generously with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Place the duck breasts skin-side down in a cold skillet, then turn the heat to medium to allow them to brown gradually.

  3. 3

    Once the skin is golden and crispy, flip the duck breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes.

  4. 4

    Finish cooking for 6-8 minutes in an oven preheated to 356°F, then let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

  5. 5

    Meanwhile, prepare the sauce: heat the diced mango, passion fruit pulp, honey, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, and grated ginger in a saucepan.

  6. 6

    Let the sauce reduce for 5-7 minutes over medium heat. Remove from heat, stir in the butter, and adjust seasoning to taste.

💡 Chef's Tip

Score the duck skin to achieve a crispier texture. Starting the duck skin-side down in a cold pan allows the fat to render out gradually. Do not overcook the duck to ensure it remains medium-rare at the center.