Pan-seared Duck Breast with Cranberry Port Sauce

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Pan-seared Duck Breast with Cranberry Port Sauce

Serves 2 | Prep Time: 20 minutes, Cook Time: 20 minutes

  • 2 duck breasts, excess fat removed if desired
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Cranberry port sauce

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup Ruby port
  • 3 strips of orange zest, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup orange juice, freshly squeezed preferred
  • 1 ½ cup cranberries, fresh
  • ¾ cup sugar or sugar substitute

Preparation:

  1. In a large saucepan, combine the port, orange zest and orange juice. Bring to a boil.
  2. Over low heat, add cranberries and sugar and simmer until desired consistency, usually thick but creamy. Keep warm until ready to serve.
  3. Preheat oven to 475°F. Heat a large pan. Add the olive oil and duck breast. Let cook on each side until golden brown. Let simmer a few minutes, stirring often. Serve with green vegetables or as you prefer.
  4. Place duck in oven and roast until cooked to desired tenderness (about 8-10 minutes for medium rare). Note: Internal temperature should reach at least 180°F.