BBQ Duck Breast

BBQ Duck Breast is a succulent and flavorful dish that marries the rich taste of duck with a smoky, tangy barbecue glaze. Perfect for a special dinner, it offers a unique twist on classic American barbecue.

Ingredients

• Duck breasts - 2 (about 200g each)
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• BBQ sauce - 1/2 cup
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Apple cider vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon (optional for garnish)

Steps

1. Preheat your grill or barbecue to medium-high heat.
2. Score the skin of the duck breasts in a criss-cross pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat.
3. Season the duck breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika, rubbing the spices into the skin and meat.
4. In a small saucepan, combine the BBQ sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Heat over low heat until warmed through, stirring to combine.
5. Place the duck breasts skin-side down on the grill. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
6. Flip the duck breasts and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for an additional 4-6 minutes for medium-rare, or until the internal temperature reaches 55-60°C.
7. Brush the warmed BBQ glaze over the duck breasts during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
8. Remove the duck breasts from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
9. Serve the sliced duck breasts drizzled with additional BBQ sauce and garnished with fresh thyme, if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in essential fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health.

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