Duck recipe served on a plate, by The People's Kitchen
Jul 14 2026
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Duck Recipe

Inspired by The People's Kitchen
Time2h
Serves4

Make Duck Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Duck Preparation

Sauce

Method

Duck Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    Prepare the Duck

    Remove the giblets from the duck cavity and pat the duck dry with paper towels. Trim any excess fat around the cavity.

  3. 3

    Season the Duck

    Rub the salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and fresh thyme all over the duck, including the cavity. Drizzle olive oil over the top and rub it in.

  4. 4

    Roast the Duck

    Place the duck, breast side up, in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste the duck with its own juices every 30 minutes.

Sauce Preparation

  1. 5

    Collect Duck Fat

    Once the duck is done roasting, carefully remove it from the oven and let it rest. Pour the rendered duck fat from the roasting pan into a measuring cup, leaving the drippings behind.

  2. 6

    Make the Sauce

    In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the duck fat, chicken stock, red wine, honey, and balsamic vinegar. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce reduces by half.

  3. 7

    Season the Sauce

    Taste the sauce and add salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the sweetness with more honey if desired.

Serving

  1. 8

    Slice and Serve

    Carve the duck and serve it on a platter, drizzled with the sauce you prepared. Enjoy your delicious roasted duck!

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