Crispy Roast Duck with Aromatic Herbs

Crispy Roast Duck with Aromatic Herbs

240 mins
medium
4 servings

A show-stopping recipe for a perfectly crispy roast duck, bursting with flavor. This elegant dish is perfect for special occasions.

DuckRoastWinter

Equipment Needed

  • Oven
  • Poultry Shears (or sharp knife)
  • Roasting Pan
  • Wooden Spoons

Ingredients

  • 1.00 lb5-6 lb Pekin Duck(Thawed if frozen)
  • 1.00 TbspKosher Salt(Diamond Crystal or equivalent)
  • 1.00 tspFreshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 2.00 cupsBoiling Water
  • 4.00 sprigsFresh Thyme Sprigs(For roasting potatoes)
  • 2.00 clovesGarlic Cloves(Smashed)
  • 2.00 wedgesShallots

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Remove giblets and excess fat from duck cavity.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Prick the skin all over with a fork.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Place duck breast-side up in a roasting pan.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Pour boiling water over the duck and let cool.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

6

Pat duck dry inside and out, and season generously.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

7

Roast for 45 minutes, then flip and roast for another 45 minutes.

Estimated time: 90 minutes

8

Continue roasting until skin is golden brown and crisp (approx. 90 minutes).

Estimated time: 90 minutes

9

Let rest for 15 minutes before carving.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

10

Strain and save the rendered duck fat for another use.

Estimated time: 10 minutes