Seared Duck breast with figs and Balsamic vinegar
Prep and Cook Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 2 Duck breasts
- 2 large potatoes
- 4 Red figs
- 1 tbs Maille Dijon Original Mustard
- 2 tbs (30 ml) Maille Balsamic Vinegar
- 2 tbs (28 g) Butter
Preparation
- Cut the potatoes in thick horizontal slices and par boil in hot water for 5 minutes.
- Remove with a slotted spatula and place on a baking tray, smear with 1 tablespoon of butter and place in a preheated oven at 350°F until, golden brown on the edges.
- In a medium heavy base oven proof pan add the butter and allow to melt, place the duck breasts skin side down and hold down with a spatula, for a minute, then allow to cook further for about 3 minutes, flip and cook the other side for 3 minutes.
- Smear the breasts with the Maille Mustard, add the figs cut in halves, drizzle with the balsamic vinegar and place the pan in a preheated oven for 10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes, slice and serve on the baked potato slices.
