Simple life in the mountains! Cooking roasted duck in the oven

duck

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than duck.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Maple syrup offers a similar sweetness with less refined sugar.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and offers a similar flavor.

orange

🥗Healthier: grapefruit

💰Cheaper: tangerine

Grapefruit provides a similar citrus flavor, while tangerines are often less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Clean the duck and pat dry with paper towels.

Season the duck generously with salt and black pepper inside and out.

Stuff the cavity with garlic, thyme, rosemary, and orange wedges.

Place the duck on a rack in a roasting pan, breast side up.

Mix honey, soy sauce, ginger, and vinegar in a small bowl.

Brush the duck with the honey mixture, coating evenly.

Roast the duck for about 1.5 to 2 hours, basting every 30 minutes.

Check the internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (74°C).

Remove the duck from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.

Serve with roasted vegetables and a drizzle of the pan sauce.

Cooking Techniques

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