Recipes
Smoky Duck Breast with Wild Berry Glaze
This dish combines the rich, smoky flavors of seared duck breast with a tart and sweet wild berry glaze.
This dish combines the rich, smoky flavors of seared duck breast with a tart and sweet wild berry glaze. Duck, a staple of wetland hunting traditions, has long been cherished for its robust flavor and versatility. Paired with fresh herbs and berries (garden or locally grown), this dish celebrates the bounty of nature and the culinary heritage of duck hunters across the Midwest.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 4 hours marinating)
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 duck breasts
- 1 cup mixed wild berries (garden or locally grown)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 garlic cloves, minced (garden or locally grown)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the duck breasts with smoked paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate for 4 hours.
- In a saucepan, combine berries, honey, and balsamic vinegar. Simmer until thickened, then strain to remove seeds.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the duck breasts skin-side down until crispy, then flip and cook through.
- Slice the duck breasts and drizzle with the berry glaze before serving.