What Can I Cook With Duck?
20 delicious dish ideas to try with duck
Got duck in your kitchen? Here are quick and easy dishes you can make right now - from Indian classics to global favorites. No long recipes, just pure inspiration.
20 Dishes You Can Make With Duck
What Can I Cook With Duck And...
🍚With Rice:
- →Duck Fried Rice
- →Duck Biryani
- →Duck Risotto
Common Mistakes When Cooking Duck
- ✕Don't skip scoring the skin - it helps render the fat
- ✕Start duck breast in a cold pan for crispier skin
- ✕Don't throw away duck fat - it's liquid gold for roasting potatoes
- ✕Cook duck breast skin-side down for most of the cooking time
- ✕Let duck rest for 10 minutes after cooking for juicier meat
How to Store Duck
Raw duck lasts 1-2 days in the fridge. Cooked duck lasts 3-4 days.
Learn more about duck storageFrequently Asked Questions
What can I cook with duck for beginners?
Start with pan-seared duck breast - score the skin, cook skin-down until crispy, flip and finish. It's simple and impressive.
Can duck be eaten medium-rare?
Yes, duck breast is best served medium-rare to medium (135-145°F). Duck legs should be fully cooked.
What is the fastest dish to make with duck?
Pan-seared duck breast takes about 15-20 minutes total and requires minimal ingredients.
Can duck be frozen?
Yes, raw duck freezes well for up to 6 months. Cooked duck can be frozen for 2-3 months.
What spices go well with duck?
Five-spice, star anise, orange zest, thyme, rosemary, ginger, and Sichuan pepper all pair beautifully with duck.