Madeira Duck with Plum

For an elegant presentation and accompaniment, arrange sautéed bok choy and long-grain and wild rice on a serving platter with the duck.

 

Ingredients


1 tsp each margarine and olive or vegetable oil
½ pound skinned and boned duck breast
1 tbsp chopped shallot or onion
1 tsp all-purpose flour
½ cup canned ready-to-serve chicken broth
¼ cup medium-dry Madeira wine
1 tbsp raspberry vinegar
1 medium plum (about 2½ ounces), pitted and sliced

Method

  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet heat margarine and oil until margarine is melted; add duck and cook over medium-high heat, turning once, until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes on each side.

  • Transfer to plate and set aside.

  • In same skillet sauté shallot (or onion) over medium heat until translucent, about 1 minute.

  • Sprinkle flour over shallot (or onion) and stir quickly to combine.

  • Stir in broth, wine and vinegar and cook, stirring frequently, until mixture thickens, 2 to 3 minutes.

  • Reduce heat to low; add duck and plum slices and turn to coat with sauce.

  • Cook until duck and plum slices are heated through, about 1 minute.

  • To serve, slice duck and arrange on serving platter; top with sauce and plum slices.

  • MAKES 2 SERVINGS.

Variation: Madeira Chicken with Plum -- Substitute 1/2 pound skinned and boned chicken breast for the duck.

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