This elegant yet comforting dish features a whole roasted duck served with a rich, glossy gravy made from orange juice and apple jelly. The combination of citrus acidity and the fruity sweetness of the jelly creates a sophisticated sauce that cuts through the richness of the duck fat. The addition of celery adds a subtle crunch and fresh aroma. Perfect for holiday dinners, special Sunday suppers, or when you want to impress guests with a restaurant-quality meal. It 226;ÂÂs a timeless recipe that balances savory meat with bright, fruity notes.
Duck With Orange Gravy – Sl 11/81
Description
This elegant yet comforting dish features a whole roasted duck served with a rich, glossy gravy made from orange juice and apple jelly. The combination of citrus acidity and the fruity sweetness of the jelly creates a sophisticated sauce that cuts through the richness of the duck fat. The addition of celery adds a subtle crunch and fresh aroma. Perfect for holiday dinners, special Sunday suppers, or when you want to impress guests with a restaurant-quality meal. It&# 226;ÂÂs a timeless recipe that balances savory meat with bright, fruity notes.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
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Rinse the dressed duck inside and out, then pat it completely dry with paper towels.
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Rub the duck generously with salt, both inside and out.
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Place the duck breast-side down in a roasting pan.
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Roast for 30 minutes to render some of the fat.
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Turn the duck over so it is breast-side up and continue roasting for another 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165ðF (74ðC).
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While the duck roasts, place the celery stalks in the cavity or around the duck for added flavor.
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Remove the duck from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes.
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Pour the accumulated fat from the roasting pan into a measuring cup, reserving about 2 tablespoons of fat if desired, and discard the rest.
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In a small saucepan, combine the reserved fat (or butter), orange juice, and apple jelly over medium heat.
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Stir continuously until the jelly is melted and the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
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Carve the duck and serve hot with the warm orange gravy spooned over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 98.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.1g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2449.8mg103%
- Total Carbohydrate 25.1g9%
- Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
- Sugars 23.8g
- Protein 0.4g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.