DIVINE SMOKED DUCK BREAST AND ROASTED APPLES

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
DIVINE SMOKED DUCK BREAST AND ROASTED APPLES - a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors in one dish
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

250 ml apple juice
4 apples
3 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon sugar
1 pinch cinnamon ( optional )
1/2 juice of a lemon
2 tablespoons honey
200 g smoked duck breast ( cut in thin slices )
150 g young lettuce
60 g hazelnuts ( or pinenutes )
1 shallot
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 pinches salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
515
Sugar
27g
Fat
39g
This Divine Smoked Duck Breast and Roasted Apples recipe is a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors in one dish. The smoked duck breast is cooked to perfection, and the honey roasted apples add just the right amount of sweetness. The hazelnuts add a perfect crunch and complement the flavors of the dish nicely. The dish is easy to make and perfect for a fancy dinner party or a cozy night in. It's sure to impress your guests and become a new favorite.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 200°C.
2.Pour the apple juice into a pan and boil it until it reduces to a syrup.
3.Peel and core the apples, then cut them into 8 equal pieces.
4.In a skillet, melt half of the unsalted butter and add the sugar and cinnamon, if desired. Mix until the sugar dissolves then add the apple pieces. Cook for about 5 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
5.Add the apple syrup, juice of half a lemon, and honey. Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes.
6.Put the hazelnuts or pinenutes on a baking tray and roast them for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
7.In a separate bowl, mix the lettuce with the roasted nuts, finely chopped shallot, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
8.In the same skillet used for the apples, melt the other half of the butter and add the smoked duck breast slices. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side over medium heat.
9.On a plate, arrange the lettuce salad and top it with sliced duck breast and roasted apples.

PROS

The combination of smoked duck breast, honey roasted apples, and hazelnuts creates a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors in one dish.

It’s easy to make and perfect for a fancy dinner party or a cozy night in.

CONS

The recipe calls for a good amount of butter, so this dish is not very low in calories.
It might not be a great option for someone who is trying to reduce their butter intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Duck meat is a good source of protein and is rich in B vitamins, selenium and zinc.
The lettuce and apple salad provides fiber and nutrients like vitamin C and potassium, while the hazelnuts add vitamin E and healthy monounsaturated fats.

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