DUCK STUFFED WITH CHICKEN LIVER, CANDIED ORANGE, AND PEARS

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Duck Stuffed with Chicken Liver, Candied Orange, and Pears image

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups sugar
2 2/3 cups water
2 oranges, ends trimmed and discarded, each cut into 5 rounds
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
14 ounces chicken livers, fat trimmed
10 large fresh sage leaves
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 cups diced peeled pears (about 2 medium)
2 cups dry red wine
2 4 1/2- to 5-pound ducks, thawed if frozen, excess fat trimmed, rinsed, patted dry
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • Combine sugar and 2 2/3 cups water in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add orange slices and boil gently until orange peels are almost translucent, about 30 minutes. Drain. Place orange slices on rack set over plate and let drain another 30 minutes. Cut slices into 1/2-inch dice. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Heat 4 tablespoons oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken livers, sage, and garlic; sauté until livers are browned but still slightly pink inside, about 9 minutes. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Cut chicken livers into 1/2-inch dice; return to skillet. Mix in pears and diced candied oranges. Season stuffing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Boil wine in small saucepan for 3 minutes to allow alcohol to cook away; set aside. Sprinkle duck cavities with salt and pepper. Fill cavities with liver stuffing, dividing equally. Close cavity openings with small metal skewers. Place ducks in large roasting pan. Brush ducks with remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast ducks 20 minutes. Pour wine into roasting pan. Brush ducks with honey. Continue to roast until ducks are cooked through and juices run clear when thickest part of thigh is pierced with fork, about 1 hour 10 minutes longer. Transfer ducks to platter. Spoon fat off top of pan juices and discard. Pour pan juices into small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Serve ducks and stuffing with pan juices.

Anayat jaan
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This dish looks amazing!


Bishal Srdr
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I can't wait to try this recipe at home.


Anita Heggins
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This dish is sure to impress your guests.


Safdar SK
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I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Hasnain King
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This dish is a must-try for any duck lover.


Chadsity Johnson
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I'm definitely going to make this again soon.


malandza dean
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This was the best duck dish I've ever had.


Arewarmu OurNothern
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I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a special dish to serve at their next dinner party.


Rabi chaulagai
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This dish is definitely company-worthy.


Charlena Jones
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The candied oranges and pears were a nice touch of sweetness and brightness.


Amanda Lee
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The stuffing was flavorful and complemented the duck well.


Cmlt Huw
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The duck was cooked perfectly. The skin was crispy and the meat was tender and juicy.


Lyn Gamor
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. The duck was tender and juicy, and the stuffing was savory and flavorful. The candied oranges and pears were a nice addition, and they added a bit of sweetness to the dish.


Suhag Das
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! The duck was cooked perfectly and the stuffing was incredibly flavorful. The candied oranges and pears added a nice touch of sweetness and brightness to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.