How about a sous vide duck recipe made with a simple, almost foolproof, stovetop method that requires no special equipment? Too good to be true? Well, I’m happy to report it’s so very true, and produced what my wife and I agreed was the best duck breast we’ve ever had.
Ingredients
- 2 (8 ounce) boneless duck breast halves, skin on
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Cut several very shallow crosswise slashes across the skin of each duck breast about 1/2 inch apart. (The cuts should only barely cut into the skin and fat; don't cut into the meat.) Season skin sides with salt, then generously season meat sides with salt, pepper, and thyme. Place into a heavy-duty resealable plastic bag, squeeze out all the air, and seal. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
Step 2
Fill a large Dutch oven about 2/3 full with water and place over medium heat; heat to 135 degrees F (57 degrees C). Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the Dutch oven in order to monitor and maintain the water temperature. Place a silicone hot pad into the bottom of the pot to keep the plastic bag from contacting the bottom of the pan.
Step 3
Place the sealed plastic bag into the Dutch oven. Cook, moving the bag around occasionally and adjusting the heat as necessary to maintain the temperature at 135 degrees F (57 degrees C), for 1 hour.
Step 4
Remove duck breasts from the plastic bag and pat dry. Generously season skin sides with salt.
Step 5
Heat oil in a skillet over high heat. Place duck breasts, skin-side down, in the hot skillet until fat renders and skin is golden brown, 5 minutes. Turn breasts over and cook until lightly browned and meat still pink in the center, 1 minute. Let rest for 2 minutes before slicing.
Editor’s Note:
USDA recommends cooking duck breast to a safe minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees F (74 degrees C) as measured using a food thermometer. Check the internal temperature in the innermost part of the thigh and wing and the thickest part of the breast.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 2 | |
Calories 177 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat11g | 14% |
Saturated Fat3g | 13% |
Cholesterol105mg | 35% |
Sodium143mg | 6% |
Total Carbohydrate0g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber0g | 0% |
Protein19g | |
Vitamin C4mg | 18% |
Calcium10mg | 1% |
Iron3mg | 15% |
Potassium5mg | 0% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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