Description
This Grilled Wild Duck Breast recipe features tender, boneless duck breasts marinated in a flavorful Worcestershire-garlic mixture with a hint of heat from hot sauce. The duck is grilled to perfection over medium-high heat, resulting in a juicy, savory dish with a distinctive, vibrant flavor that’s perfect for an elegant yet easy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinade
- 0.25 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Main
- 4 skinned, boned duck breast halves
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the necessary ingredients to prepare the marinade and the duck breasts.
- Prepare Marinade: In a large bowl, stir together Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, hot sauce, and black pepper until well combined.
- Marinate Duck: Add the skinned, boned duck breast halves to the marinade. Toss thoroughly to ensure each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the duck to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for more intense flavor.
- Preheat Grill: When ready to cook, preheat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure a good sear and even cooking.
- Grill Duck Breasts: Remove the duck breasts from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and discard the leftover marinade. Place the duck breasts on the preheated grill. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side, turning once, until the duck reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety and optimal doneness.
- Serve: Remove the duck from the grill and let it rest briefly before slicing to allow juices to redistribute. Serve warm for a rich and satisfying meal.
Notes
- This recipe uses boneless, skinless duck breasts, which provide a leaner alternative to skin-on preparations.
- The Worcestershire-garlic marinade imparts a tangy and savory flavor with subtle heat from the hot sauce.
- Marinating overnight intensifies the flavors and tenderizes the meat.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the duck is cooked safely but remains juicy.
- Discard the marinade after removing the duck to avoid cross-contamination.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 duck breast half
- Calories: 297 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 346 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 43 g
- Cholesterol: 223 mg
