Jul 14 2026
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Duck L'orange Recipe

Inspired by Le Pigeon
Time2h
Serves4

flageolet beans, chicken liver mousse, salsify

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Ingredients

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Duck

Flageolet Beans

Chicken Liver Mousse

Salsify

Method

Duck

  1. 1

    Prepare the Duck

    Score the skin of the duck breasts in a crosshatch pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Cook the Duck

    Place the duck breasts skin-side down in a cold skillet. Turn the heat to medium and cook for about 8-10 minutes until the fat renders and the skin is crispy. Flip and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes for medium-rare. Remove from heat and let rest.

  3. 3

    Make the Orange Sauce

    In the same skillet, pour out excess fat, leaving a tablespoon. Add orange juice, honey, and orange zest. Simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Flageolet Beans

  1. 4

    Prepare the Beans

    Soak the flageolet beans in cold water overnight. Drain and rinse.

  2. 5

    Cook the Beans

    In a pot, combine soaked beans, chicken stock, garlic, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until tender, about 1 hour. Drain and toss with olive oil.

Chicken Liver Mousse

  1. 6

    Sauté the Shallots

    In a skillet, melt half of the butter over medium heat. Add finely chopped shallots and sauté until translucent.

  2. 7

    Cook the Chicken Livers

    Add chicken livers to the skillet and cook until browned but still pink inside, about 5-7 minutes. Add cognac and flambé if desired.

  3. 8

    Blend the Mousse

    Transfer the mixture to a blender, add the remaining butter and cream. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper. Chill in the refrigerator until set.

Salsify

  1. 9

    Prepare the Salsify

    Peel the salsify and cut into matchsticks. Place in water with lemon juice to prevent browning.

  2. 10

    Cook the Salsify

    In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add salsify, salt, and black pepper. Cook until tender and lightly browned, about 10-15 minutes.

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