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Duck Breast with Lavender Honey Glaze

Crispy pan-seared duck breast finished with a delicate lavender honey glaze for an elegant, flavorful main course.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: French, Gourmet
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Duck Breast
  • 2 whole duck breasts skin-on
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
Lavender Honey Glaze
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp dried culinary lavender
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic minced

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Score and season duck breasts.
  2. Render skin-side down in a cold pan until crispy.
  3. Flip and cook briefly, then rest duck.
  4. Simmer honey, lavender, garlic, and vinegar to form glaze.
  5. Glaze duck, slice, and serve.

Notes

Use culinary lavender only and avoid overcooking duck for best results.