Cajun Smoked Duck with Berry & Mustard Cream

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (6 oz each) smoked duck breast
• 1.5 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• ½ cup sour cream
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• ¾ cup fresh or frozen blackberries
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp white vinegar

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high until a drop of water sizzles and evaporates almost instantly, about 60 seconds.

2. 2

   Pat the duck breasts dry and coat both sides generously with Cajun seasoning. Place skin-side down in the hot skillet.

3. 3

   Sear 3–4 minutes without moving until skin is deep golden and crispy. Flip and sear meat-side 90 seconds. Transfer to a cutting board.

4. 4

   In a small bowl, whisk sour cream and Dijon mustard together until smooth. Season with a pinch of salt and set aside.

5. 5

   In the same skillet, combine blackberries, honey, and vinegar over medium heat. Stir gently until berries break down and sauce thickens, about 3 minutes.

6. 6

   Slice each duck breast crosswise into 1/4-inch strips. Arrange on a plate, drizzle mustard cream on one side and berry sauce on the other.

Tools you’ll need

• 12-inch heavy skillet (cast iron or stainless steel)
• cutting board
• sharp knife
• small mixing bowl
• whisk
• wooden spoon or silicone spatula

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