Recipes
Smoked Duck with Applewood and Blackberry Glaze
Indulge in the rich flavors of smoked duck, enhanced by a sweet and tangy blackberry glaze.
Indulge in the rich flavors of smoked duck, enhanced by a sweet and tangy blackberry glaze. This recipe celebrates the tradition of duck hunting across the Pacific Northwest, particularly in Washington and Oregon, where both duck populations and blackberries thrive, reflecting the region's lush environment and commitment to wildlife conservation.
Ingredients:
- 4 duck breasts
- 1 cup fresh blackberries (garden or locally grown)
- 1/4 cup honey (locally sourced)
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- Wood chips for smoking (preferably applewood)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare your smoker according to manufacturer's instructions using applewood chips.
- Season the duck breasts with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Smoke the duck over low heat until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 1-2 hours.
- While the duck is smoking, prepare the glaze by simmering blackberries, honey, and apple cider vinegar in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.
- Brush the glaze over the duck in the last 15 minutes of smoking.
- Allow the duck to rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with additional glaze on the side.