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This recipe may contain allergensHasanpaşa Köftesi
Medium 1 hr 5 min~500 kcal 9/10
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Duck a l'Orange
Crisp-skinned duck meets a glossy sweet-tart orange sauce in a classic French dinner centerpiece.
Hard⏱️ 2 hr 35 min📖 1 min readServes 4~640 kcal🇫🇷 French🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 85 min cook 45 min rest
- #For Guests
- #Baked
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Timeline
Total 2 h 35 min- Prep25 min
- Resting/Marinating45 min
- Cooking1 h 25 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 1.8 kg Whole duck
- 2 dessert spoon(~20 ml) Salt
- 3 Oranges
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Grape vinegar
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Chicken broth
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Butter
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Cornstarch
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Instructions
- 1
Score the duck skin in a diamond pattern and salt inside and out.
- 2
Let the duck stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
30 min30:00 - 3
Heat the oven to 200°C and cook the duck on a wire rack for 60 minutes.
1 hr60:00 - 4
Raise the oven to 220°C and crisp the skin for 15 minutes.
15 min15:00 - 5
Boil the orange juice, sugar, and grape vinegar for 6 minutes, until syrupy.
6 min06:00 - 6
Add the chicken broth and cornstarch, and bring the sauce to a glossy texture for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 7
Work the butter into the sauce, rest the duck for 15 minutes, and slice.
15 min15:00 - 8
Serve the duck hot with the orange sauce.
💡 Tip: Scoring the skin without cutting into the meat lets the fat render and keeps the breast from drying out.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve on a wide platter with orange slices, arugula, and roasted potatoes.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~640
kcal calories
38
g protein
18
g carbs
46
g fat
Protein 24%Carbs 11%Fat 65%
GI 64 · Medium GIGL 12 · Medium GL
15.5g
Sugar
2.4g
Fiber
2519.5mg
Sodium
1.9g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
9/10Very filling, for a really hungry day
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Duck a l'Orange make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Duck a l'Orange take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 85 minutes, including 45 minutes of passive resting; 155 minutes in total.Is Duck a l'Orange difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Duck a l'Orange have?
Approximately 640 kcal per serving. Protein: 38g, carbs: 18g, fat: 46g.Which allergens does Duck a l'Orange contain?
This recipe contains Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Duck a l'Orange belong to?
This recipe belongs to French cuisine.How many ingredients does Duck a l'Orange need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.Is Duck a l'Orange filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 9/10; keeps you full for a long time, made for a very hungry day. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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