Spiced slow-roast duck & apple sauce

Gluten Free
Health score
51%
Spiced slow-roast duck & apple sauce
190 min.
2
2145kcal

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Indulge in the rich flavors and comforting warmth of our Spiced Slow-Roast Duck with Apple Sauce. This delightful recipe transforms a beautiful duck into a succulent centerpiece, perfect for a cozy dinner or a special occasion. The slow-roasting method ensures that the meat is tender and juicy, while the spices, including cinnamon and star anise, infuse every bite with aromatic goodness.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as the duck gently roasts, filling the air with hints of citrus from the lemon and the rich essence of spices. Paired with perfectly cooked, crispy potatoes that absorb the delicious duck juices, this dish creates a feast that delights the senses. And let’s not forget the luscious Bramley apple sauce – a sweet and tangy accompaniment that complements the savory duck beautifully.

This recipe is gluten-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary needs, and it serves two, perfect for a romantic dinner or an intimate gathering. With a total cooking time of about three hours, it allows for a leisurely afternoon in the kitchen, where you’ll have the opportunity to savor each moment of preparation. Whether you’re an experienced cook or just starting out, this recipe is sure to impress and satisfy, transforming your dining experience into something truly special.

Ingredients

  •  duck 
  • tsp unrefined sunflower oil 
  •  optional: lemon halved
  •  cinnamon sticks 
  •  star anise 
  •  garlic clove smashed
  • 500 potatoes such as ratte
  •  watercress 
  •  bramley apples 
  • 25 butter 
  • pinch cinnamon sticks 
  • 150 ml apple juice 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 140C/120C fan/gas
  2. Remove any giblets and pull the excess fat from the ducks cavity. Use a roasting fork or skewer to prick the skin of the duck all over do this lightly as you dont want to pierce the meat.
  3. Season generously inside, rub the skin with a little oil and season with salt and pepper. Stuff the cavity with the lemon halves, cinnamon, star anise and garlic. Sit the duck in a roomy roasting tin (you will be adding potatoes to the tin later). Roast the duck for 2 hrs, pricking again every now and then. Meanwhile, boil the potatoes for 10 mins until just cooked.
  4. Remove the duck from the oven and increase the heat to 220C/200C fan/gas
  5. Place the duck on a board and pour off half the fat from the tin. Toss the potatoes in the tin so they are completely coated in the juices, then push them to the side of the tin. Sit the duck back in and give it a final 20-30 mins in the oven to crisp up.
  6. Meanwhile, make the apple sauce. Peel and finely slice the apples, discarding the core. Melt the butter in a pan until sizzling, add the apples and spices, then stir to coat.
  7. Pour in 100ml apple juice, cover and simmer for 10 mins, stirring occasionally.
  8. Add a splash more juice if the apples are becoming a bit dry. Cook until the apples have collapsed into a fluffy sauce.
  9. Remove the duck from the oven to a board to rest, then place the potatoes back into the oven for 20 mins to crisp up. When the duck has rested and the potatoes are brown, you are ready to carve and plate up.

Nutrition Facts

Calories2145kcal
Protein9.44%
Fat67.91%
Carbs22.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
154.5
Glycemic Load
53.34
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
52.051304609879%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
7.16mg
Peonidin
0.09mg
Catechin
6.9mg
Epigallocatechin
1.18mg
Epicatechin
37.96mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.86mg
Eriodictyol
11.53mg
Hesperetin
15.07mg
Naringenin
0.3mg
Luteolin
1.57mg
Kaempferol
3.01mg
Myricetin
0.33mg
Quercetin
21.57mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:2144.61kcal
107.23%
Fat:164.05g
252.38%
Saturated Fat:57.39g
358.69%
Carbohydrates:123.14g
41.05%
Net Carbohydrates:103.93g
37.79%
Sugar:58.26g
64.74%
Cholesterol:317.2mg
105.73%
Sodium:346.2mg
15.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:51.29g
102.58%
Vitamin C:111.96mg
135.71%
Vitamin B3:18.26mg
91.29%
Vitamin B6:1.75mg
87.64%
Fiber:19.22g
76.86%
Phosphorus:749.55mg
74.95%
Potassium:2526.81mg
72.19%
Vitamin B1:1.08mg
71.87%
Selenium:49.06µg
70.08%
Iron:12.48mg
69.32%
Copper:1.34mg
67.24%
Vitamin B2:1.04mg
60.95%
Manganese:1.07mg
53.48%
Vitamin B5:4.84mg
48.38%
Zinc:6.26mg
41.72%
Vitamin K:41.14µg
39.19%
Magnesium:149.08mg
37.27%
Vitamin E:4.88mg
32.54%
Folate:110.01µg
27.5%
Vitamin A:1272.65IU
25.45%
Vitamin D:2.67µg
17.83%
Vitamin B12:0.98µg
16.27%
Calcium:151.65mg
15.16%