Monmouthshire Mead-glazed Duck Breast

Indulge in the rich flavors of Monmouthshire with this exquisite recipe for Mead-Glazed Duck Breast. This dish combines the succulent taste of duck with the sweet and complex notes of mead, creating a truly unforgettable dining experience.

Monmouthshire Mead-glazed Duck Breast

Ingredients

  • 4 duck breasts
  • 1 cup mead
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Score the skin of the duck breasts and season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a hot skillet, sear the duck breasts skin-side down for 5 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Remove from the skillet and let rest.
  3. In the same skillet, pour in the mead, honey, and balsamic vinegar. Simmer until the glaze thickens.
  4. Return the duck breasts to the skillet, baste with the mead glaze, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Slice the duck breasts and serve drizzled with the remaining mead glaze.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Skillet Tongs Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Pair with roasted vegetables and a glass of Monmouthshire mead for a complete dining experience.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For a crispy skin, pat the duck breasts dry before scoring and seasoning.

Cost

$25