Jonge Eend – Duck a La Bigarde

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 10

Jonge Eend - Duck a La Bigarde recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hr 15 min

Ready In

1 hr 35 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

	2 lbs ducklings
	salt and pepper
	1 orange , juice of ( reserve 1/4 of the rind )
	2/3 cup carrot , peeled and sliced
	1/2 cup onion , peeled and sliced
	3/4 cup currant jelly
	1 teaspoon caraway seed , more to taste
	2 slices bread , toasted ( use a good quality bread )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

427

Sugar

28g

Fat

16g

Jonge Eend - Duck a La Bigarde is a French classic that dates back to the 19th century, though its roots go even further back to ancient Rome. The dish traditionally consists of a young, roasted duckling smothered in a sweetened orange sauce thickened with jelly and finished with a sprinkle of caraway seeds, adding a hint of nutty fragrance and flavor to the dish. This dish is perfect for a fancy dinner or a special occasion, as it is sure to impress with its unique and delicious flavor.

Instructions

1.	Season the duckling with salt and pepper.
2.	In a roasting pan, combine with the orange juice, carrots, onions, caraway seeds and jelly.
3.	Roast at 375°F for approximately 1 night to 1 hour and 15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 180°F.
4.	Baste frequently with pan juice.
5.	Remove the duckling to a carving board.
6.	Crush the bread into the mixture. Combine with the toast.
7.	Place the roasting pan on the stove and bring this mixture to a boil stirring constantly. Cook over high heat for approximately 10 minutes or until the mixture thickens
8.	Slice the duckling and pour the sauce over the top. Serve immediately.

PROS

Jonge Eend – Duck a La Bigarde is a classic French dish that is tender with a sweet jelly-orange sauce that is a crowd pleaser.

The caraway seeds add a deliciously fragrant nutty flavor that complements the duck perfectly.

CONS

Duck is a fatty meat, which is not recommended for people who have high cholesterol or other health issues that limit their dietary fat intake.

Moreover, this dish can take a bit of time to cook, so it might not be suitable for spontaneous meals or newly learned cooks.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While duck is high in fat, it is also rich in protein and essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin B, selenium and iron.
Furthermore, caraway seeds have been found to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that might reduce the risk of several chronic diseases.