Duck Breast with Blackcurrant Jus & Celeriac Fondant
Nick Honeyman

Serves
4Preparation
10 minsCook
30 minsIngredients
2 duck breasts, skin scored | |
200ml cassis liqueur | |
250ml chicken stock | |
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar | |
1 tablespoon honey | |
30g butter, plus a bit extra for cooking | |
300g celeriac, peeled, cut into circles about 10cm diameter and 3cm thick (or wedges if you prefer) |
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Instructions
1. | Season the duck breasts and sear, skin-side down, until crisp, about 5 minutes. |
2. | Flip and cook for 3-4 minutes for medium- rare. Rest before slicing. |
3. | To make the cassis jus, simmer the cassis, stock and vinegar until reduced by half. Stir in the honey and butter. |
4. | Sear the celeriac pieces in some butter, then cover and cook on low until tender, about 15-20 minutes but start checking after 10 minutes. |
5. | Serve the sliced duck with the celeriac and finish with a little cassis jus. Pair with a rich pinot noir. |
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