Indian River Citrus-Marinated Duck Breast

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Indian River Citrus-Marinated Duck Breast


Duck Ingredients:
4 duck breasts
1 T. whole 5 spice (blend of star anise, Schezuan peppercorn, allspice, clove and juniper berry)
1 T. pink peppercorns
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 T. vegetable or grape seed oil
zest of 1 whole orange
zest of 1 whole lemon

Indian River Citrus-Marinated Duck Breast

Procedure:
1. Place all ingredients in a plastic bag and let marinate overnight in the refrigerator.

2. Heat a sauté pan until hot. Place the duck breast skin-side down on the hot pan and sear the skin until
golden brown.

3. Flip the duck breasts over and place pan in a preheated oven at 350° for 5-8 minutes.

4. Take the breasts out of the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.

Cranberry Ginger Preserve Ingredients:
1 lb. cranberries
¼ cup fresh grated ginger
2 shallots (diced)
1 c. sugar
2 c. cranberry juice
1 cinnamon stick

Procedure:
Place all ingredients in a small sauce pot and simmer on low until liquids are almost reduced and the
preserve starts to come together like a jam.