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Gordon Ramsay Duck Cherry Sauce

Gordon Ramsay’s Duck Cherry Sauce is made with honey, red wine vinegar, chicken stock, and cherries. Takes about 10 minutes to reduce and thicken. Serves as a glaze for duck breast.

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💗 Why You’ll Love This Duck Cherry Sauce Recipe

  • Rich Flavor: The combination of cherries, red wine vinegar, and honey creates a deep, rich taste.
  • Quick to Make: With just 10 minutes of cooking time, it’s a fast way to elevate your duck dish.
  • Versatile: This sauce isn’t just for duck; it can be used with other meats like chicken or pork.

❓ What Is Gordon Ramsay Duck Cherry Sauce?

Gordon Ramsay’s Duck Cherry Sauce is a delicious blend of orange zest, ground ginger, soy sauce, lemon juice, port, pitted cherries, and cornflour and this sweet and tangy sauce perfectly complements roasted or pan-seared duck, adding a burst of flavor to the dish.

Gordon Ramsay Duck Cherry Sauce
Gordon Ramsay Duck Cherry Sauce

🍗 Gordon Ramsay Duck Cherry Sauce Ingredients

  • 2-2.5kg duck

Cherry sauce

  • 1 orange, zested, juiced
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 60ml (1/4 cup) port
  • 410g can pitted cherries
  • 1 tbsp cornflo

👩‍🍳 How To Make Gordon Ramsay Duck Cherry Sauce?

  1. Preheat the oven to 230°C.
  2. Wash the duck and pat it dry, then tie the legs together.
  3. Prick the duck skin all over with a skewer.
  4. Place the duck on a rack over a roasting tray and roast for 1 3/4 hours.
  5. Remove excess fat from the pan twice during cooking.
  6. Let the duck rest for 10 minutes before carving.
  7. Carve the duck, removing the backbone, legs, and breast meat.
  8. To make the cherry sauce, combine orange juice, zest, ginger, soy sauce, lemon juice, port, and cherries in a saucepan.
  9. Simmer for 5 minutes, then thicken the sauce with cornflour and reserved cherry juice.

💭 Recipe Tips 

  • If you have extra duck fat, store it in the fridge and use it later for frying or roasting potatoes. Duck fat adds wonderful flavor.
  • When carving the duck, a sharp knife is essential to make clean and precise cuts.
  • For a glossy and smooth cherry sauce, mix the cornflour with the reserved cherry juice in a separate container before adding it to the saucepan.
  • Taste the cherry sauce and adjust the seasoning, if needed, by adding more soy sauce or lemon juice to balance the flavors.
  • To enhance the presentation, you can garnish the duck slices with fresh herbs or orange zest before serving.

🥗 What To Serve With Gordon Ramsay Duck Cherry Sauce?

When serving Gordon Ramsay’s duck with cherry sauce, consider pairing it with simple sides like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a green salad These options complement the rich flavors of the duck and cherry sauce.

Gordon Ramsay Duck Cherry Sauce
Gordon Ramsay Duck Cherry Sauce

🎚 How To Store Duck Cherry Sauce?

  • In the fridge: Transfer Duck Cherry Sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days and make sure to cool it completely before storing.
  • In the freezer: Place Duck Cherry Sauce in a freezer-safe container or ziplock bag, removing any excess air that can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.

🥵 How To Reheat Gordon Ramsay Duck Cherry Sauce?

  • In the oven: Place the leftover Duck Cherry Sauce in an oven-safe dish and cover it with foil and Heat it in the oven for about 15-20 minutes at 300°F.
  • In the microwave: Transfer leftover Duck Cherry Sauce to a microwave-safe container and heat it in short intervals, stirring occasionally to ensure even heating.

FAQ’S

What Should I Do With The Duck Before Roasting It?

Before roasting the duck, you should wash it and pat it dry then, tie the legs together to keep the shape intact. Prick the duck skin all over with a skewer.

How Do I Thicken the Sauce?

To thicken the sauce, you can follow these steps. After simmering the sauce for 5 minutes, mix 1 tablespoon of cornflour with reserved cherry juice to create a slurry. 

Can I Use Fresh Cherries Instead Of Canned?

Yes, you can use fresh cherries instead of canned cherries in the cherry sauce simply pit the fresh cherries and use them in place of the canned cherries. 

How Do I Know When The Duck Is Done?

To know when the duck is done, you can check the internal temperature using a meat thermometer. Insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the duck’s thigh without touching the bone.

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Gordon Ramsay Duck Cherry Sauce Nutrition Fact

  • Calories:566
  • Total Fat: 27g
  • Saturated Fat: 9.8g
  • Sodium: 1,300mg
  • Total Carbs: 37g
  • Dietary Fiber: 5g
  • Total Sugars: 17g
  • Protein: 5g

Gordon Ramsay Duck Cherry Sauce

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 10 minutesCook time:1 hour 15 minutesRest time: 10 minutesTotal time:1 hour 35 minutesServings:4 servingsCalories:566 kcal Best Season:Available

Description

Gordon Ramsay’s Duck Cherry Sauce is made with honey, red wine vinegar, chicken stock, and cherries. Takes about 10 minutes to reduce and thicken. Serves as a glaze for duck breast.

Ingredients

  • Cherry sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 230°C.
  2. Wash the duck and pat it dry, then tie the legs together.
  3. Prick the duck skin all over with a skewer.
  4. Place the duck on a rack over a roasting tray and roast for 1 3/4 hours.
  5. Remove excess fat from the pan twice during cooking.
  6. Let the duck rest for 10 minutes before carving.
  7. Carve the duck, removing the backbone, legs, and breast meat.
  8. To make the cherry sauce, combine orange juice, zest, ginger, soy sauce, lemon juice, port, and cherries in a saucepan.
  9. Simmer for 5 minutes, then thicken the sauce with cornflour and reserved cherry juice.

Notes

  • If you have extra duck fat, store it in the fridge and use it later for frying or roasting potatoes. Duck fat adds wonderful flavor.
  • When carving the duck, a sharp knife is essential to make clean and precise cuts.
  • For a glossy and smooth cherry sauce, mix the cornflour with the reserved cherry juice in a separate container before adding it to the saucepan.
  • Taste the cherry sauce and adjust the seasoning, if needed, by adding more soy sauce or lemon juice to balance the flavors.
  • To enhance the presentation, you can garnish the duck slices with fresh herbs or orange zest before serving.
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