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Whole Duck Recipe

Whole Duck Recipe

Learn how to cook the perfect whole duck with this easy recipe! Crispy golden skin, tender juicy meat, and a flavorful honey glaze make this dish ideal for special occasions or holiday feasts. Includes pro tips, seasoning ideas, and serving suggestions to make your roasted duck unforgettable.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Course Main Course

Ingredients
  

For the Duck:

  • 1 whole duck
  • 1 orange
  • 1 lemon
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • Salt and pepper
  • Olive oil

For the Glaze:

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Rinse and pat the duck dry, trimming any excess fat.
  • Rub with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and stuff the cavity with orange, lemon, garlic, rosemary, and thyme.
  • Place the duck breast-side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Roast for 1 hour.
  • Drain the rendered fat, flip the duck breast-side down, and roast for 30 minutes.
  • Mix honey and cinnamon for the glaze. Flip the duck breast-side up, brush with glaze, and increase the oven to 425°F (220°C). Roast for 20-30 minutes until golden brown.
  • Check the internal temperature (165°F/74°C), rest for 15 minutes, and carve.