Jul 13 2026
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Whole Duck Recipe

Inspired by West Coast Grille
Time2h 30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Duck Preparation

Cooking Ingredients

Method

Duck Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Duck

    Remove the duck from the packaging, and pat it dry with paper towels. Trim any excess fat and remove the giblets from the cavity.

  2. 2

    Season the Duck

    Rub the entire duck with salt and black pepper, ensuring it is well-seasoned inside and out. Place the minced garlic and thyme inside the cavity, along with the quartered lemon.

  3. 3

    Oil the Duck

    Drizzle the olive oil over the duck, and rub it in to coat the skin evenly.

Cooking Directions

  1. 4

    Preheat the Oven

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

  2. 5

    Prepare the Veggies

    In a roasting pan, place the chopped carrots, quartered onion, and chopped celery to create a bed for the duck.

  3. 6

    Add the Duck

    Place the seasoned duck breast side up on top of the vegetables in the roasting pan.

  4. 7

    Add Liquids

    Pour the chicken broth and red wine around the duck in the roasting pan.

  5. 8

    Roasting the Duck

    Roast the duck 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 the pan juices every 30 minutes.

  6. 9

    Rest the Duck

    Once cooked, remove the duck from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.

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