Spice-Rubbed Grilled Duck Breast
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Servings: 4
- Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories 239, Total Fat 10 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Carbohydrates 3 g, Dietary Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 34 g, Cholesterol 128 mg, Sodium 402 mg
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Active Prep Time: 15 minutes
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 4 duck breast halves
- Oil, for grilling
- Whip up an irresistible spice blend in a bowl: smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, five-spice powder, dry mustard, plus kosher salt and black pepper to taste. Score the duck skin in a 1/4-inch diamond pattern with a sharp knife, then rub that bold, smoky mix all over for maximum flavor infusion.
- Fire up your grill to medium heatkeep it gentle to render that luscious duck fat slowly. Oil the grates with a towel, place breasts skin-side down, and grill 4-5 minutes until the skin turns golden, crispy perfection. Dodge flare-ups by shifting to a cooler spot if needed.
- Flip the duck, move to indirect heat, and cook another 5 minutes for juicy medium-rare. Rest 5-7 minutes, then slice thick against the grain. Serve this showstopper and watch your guests ravecrispy skin, tender meat, and spices that dance on the tongue!
