Balsamic Figs with Roasted Duck Breast and Crispy Leeks

Pan-seared duck breast served with balsamic-glazed figs, a crispy potato rösti, and deep-fried leek garnishes.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1195 kcals 1195 kcals
Carbohydrates 65.8 grams 65.8 grams
Fat 88.2 grams 88.2 grams
Protein 34.5 grams 34.5 grams
Cook Time
20 mins
Produces
1 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
Dairy
1
tbsp
Fruits
2
piece
Figs
Fresh
Meat
1
piece
Duck Breast
Skin scored in a criss-cross pattern
NutsSeeds
1
pinch
Salt
To taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
Freshly ground, to taste
OilsFats
250
ml
Vegetable Oil
For deep frying
Other
2
tbsp
Vegetables
100
g
100
g
Leek
White part only, finely sliced

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • Score the duck breast skin in a criss-cross pattern.
  • Sear the duck skin-side down in a cold pan on high heat for three minutes and discard fat.
  • Add figs to the pan and cook for two minutes before roasting in the oven for four minutes.
  • Remove duck and figs from the pan and deglaze with honey and balsamic vinegar.
  • Whisk in butter and let the meat rest for three minutes.
  • Heat oil in a small frying pan for the rösti.
  • Add grated potatoes to the pan and season with salt and pepper.
  • Fry potatoes for three minutes until golden, then flip and cook for two more minutes.
  • Heat deep-frying oil in a large saucepan.
  • Deep-fry the leek strips until crispy and drain on kitchen paper.
  • Plate the duck over the rösti and garnish with figs and crispy leeks.