Follow these steps for perfect results
raspberry vinegar
Dijon mustard
creme de cassis
fresh lemon juice
vegetable oil
confit of duck
navel orange
sliced
raspberries
arugula
stems discarded
scallion
finely chopped
Whisk together raspberry vinegar, Dijon mustard, creme de cassis, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Slowly add vegetable oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is emulsified.
Remove the skin from the duck confit.
Scrape off any fat from the duck skin.
Bake the duck skin in a single layer on a jelly-roll pan in a preheated 350F oven for 10-15 minutes until crisp.
Transfer the cracklings to paper towels to drain excess fat.
Sprinkle the cracklings with salt to taste and crumble them.
Remove the duck meat from the bones and chop into bite-sized pieces.
Arrange orange slices, raspberries, and arugula decoratively on a large platter.
In a separate bowl, toss the chopped duck meat with 1/4 cup of the dressing, chopped scallion, 1/4 of the cracklings, salt, and pepper.
Mound the duck salad mixture onto the platter with the fruit and arugula.
Drizzle the remaining dressing over the arugula and fruit.
Serve the remaining cracklings separately as a garnish.
Expert advice for the best results
Use high-quality raspberry vinegar for best flavor.
Make cracklings ahead of time for convenience.
Adjust dressing to taste.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 min
Cracklings can be made ahead
Arrange artfully on a platter.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Pair with crusty bread.
Earthy and complements the duck
Discover the story behind this recipe
Duck confit is a traditional French preparation.
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