The rich auburn of the cooked duck is aesthetically contrasted by the bright colorful raspberry-orange glaze that lively drips down its sides. On a white or neutral-toned plate, a twirl of orange zest sits atop the glistening duck, while fresh raspberries and green herbs scatter around it, providing an immediate feast for the eyes.

Raspberry Vinaigrette Duck a l'Orange

Name: Raspberry Vinaigrette Duck a l'Orange
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: whole duck, 1 prepared and cut into halves; fresh raspberry, 2 cups divided; orange, 2 zest and juice, divided; Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon; honey, 4 tablespoons; red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons; salt,; pepper,; olive oil, 2 tablespoons; fresh herbs like thyme or parsley, for garnish

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 30 minutes

Style French

Technique Roasting

Diet Friendly Low-Carb

Daily Recipe: June 09, 2025

This unique dish, Raspberry Vinaigrette Duck a l'Orange, is an exciting twist on the classic French Duck a l' Oranger. The agility of duck pairs beautifully with the acidic freshness of raspberry vinaigrette, and the sweet citrusy tones of orange, creating a taste that's both layered and unforgettable.

Ingredients (for 2)

Whole duck - 1 - prepared and cut into halves
Fresh raspberry - 2 cups - divided
Orange - 2 - zest and juice, divided
Dijon mustard - 1 tablespoon
Honey - 4 tablespoons
Red wine vinegar - 2 tablespoons
Salt -
Pepper -
Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Fresh herbs like thyme or parsley - - for garnish

Preparation

Step 1 - 🌡️🦆🧂

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Season both halves of the duck with salt and pepper.
Step 2 - 🍳🔥🦆

In a pan over moderate heat, sear the duck halves, skin side facing down, until turning golden and crispy. Then, transfer to a roasting pan.
Step 3 - 🍲🍇🍊

To the same pan, add half of the raspberries, orange juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. Cook until the raspberries break down and the sauce is reduced to half.
Step 4 - 🥄🍇🍷

Strain the sauce to remove the raspberry seeds, return it to the pan then stir in the red wine vinegar.
Step 5 - 🖌️🦆🍯

Use a pastry brush to glaze the duck halves with the raspberry-orange sauce and roast in the oven for about 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C)
Step 6 - 🍇🍊🥣

Crush the remaining raspberries and mix them with the leftover orange zest, honey, olive oil, a dash of red wine vinegar, and season with salt and pepper.
Step 7 - 🦆🥗🍽️

Plate the cooked ducks, drizzle with the raspberry vinaigrette and leftover raspberry-orange glaze, then garnish with fresh herbs.

Additional

This dish not only tastes great but is also a heart-healthy option due to the presence of lean proteins and the fruity freshness of raspberries and oranges. You can also replace duck with chicken for a lighter meal. Kids can assist in smashing the raspberries and making the vinaigrette.