Duck Breasts in Limoncello with Carrot and Celeriac Mash

Pan-seared duck breasts marinated in limoncello and lemon juice, served with a smooth, blended celeriac and carrot puree.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 716.1 kcals 2864.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 30.6 grams 122.3 grams
Fat 48.7 grams 194.8 grams
Protein 27.6 grams 110.2 grams
Cook Time
45 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
50
g
Fruits
2
piece
Lemon
Large
Liquids
250
ml
Meat
4
piece
Duck Breast
Boneless
NutsSeeds
1
pinch
Salt
To taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
Freshly ground
OilsFats
2
tbsp
1
tbsp
Olive Oil
For the mash, to taste
Vegetables
4
piece
Carrot
Peeled and chopped
1
piece
Celeriac
Peeled and chopped into chunks

Steps

  • Pat duck breasts dry and place in a shallow dish.
  • Peel lemons for zest ringlets and squeeze the juice.
  • Marinate duck with zest, juice, and 250ml limoncello for 30 minutes.
  • Remove duck from marinade, dry with paper, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Melt and clarify 50g butter in a pan, then add olive oil.
  • Seal duck breasts skin-side down in the hot pan until browned.
  • Reduce heat and cook for 12 minutes, turning occasionally.
  • Increase heat, add marinade, and reduce until the sauce thickens.
  • Rest duck for five minutes, slice, and drizzle with the sauce.
  • Boil carrots and celeriac, then strain through muslin.
  • Puree vegetables with olive oil and seasoning using a hand blender.
  • Serve the sliced duck with the vegetable mash.