Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMad NiceDuck Pastrami Cavatelli Recipe

Duck Pastrami Cavatelli Recipe

Inspired by Mad Nice
Time2h
Serves4

parm broth, cured egg yolk, sambuca

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Ingredients

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Duck Pastrami Cavatelli Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Duck Pastrami

    Cure the duck breast by rubbing it with coarse salt and crushed black peppercorns. Let it sit in the refrigerator for 24 hours.

  2. 2

    Cook the Duck

    Rinse the cured duck breast and pat it dry. In a pan, sear the duck breast skin-side down over medium heat until crispy. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes. Let it rest before slicing.

  3. 3

    Make the Parm Broth

    In a pot, combine water, heavy cream, crushed garlic, thyme, and grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 20 minutes, then strain to remove solids.

  4. 4

    Cook the Cavatelli

    Boil a pot of salted water and cook the cavatelli according to package instructions. Drain and reserve some pasta water.

  5. 5

    Combine and Serve

    In a large bowl, toss the cavatelli with the parm broth and a splash of sambuca. Slice the duck and place it on top of the cavatelli. Garnish with cured egg yolk and additional Parmesan if desired.

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