Oven Roasted Crispy Whole Duck & Figgy Orange Glaze
Oven Roasted Crispy Whole Duck & Figgy Orange Glaze is the ultimate showstopper for any festive occasion. This impressive dish features succulent duck with a perfectly crispy skin, beautifully glazed with a sweet and tangy fig and orange sauce. Whether you are hosting a holiday dinner or enjoying a special family meal, this recipe simplifies the cooking process while delivering an unforgettable dining experience. Just follow these easy steps to create a gourmet masterpiece that will leave your guests raving!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chilled duck
- ½ teaspoon sea salt (omit if brined)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons fig jam
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or coconut amino acids)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse the duck under cold water and pat dry. Season with salt, garlic powder, and herbs.
- Place in a roasting pan and roast for about 90 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Meanwhile, prepare the glaze by simmering orange juice, fig jam, soy sauce, and maple syrup until thickened.
- Baste the duck with glaze during the last 20 minutes of roasting.
- Allow to rest before carving and serve with additional glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of duck (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg