Muscovy Duck à l'Orange
Muscovy Duck à l'Orange is a classic French dish featuring roasted Muscovy duck served with a rich, tangy orange sauce. The dish typically includes a whole duck or duck parts, fresh orange juice, orange zest, sugar, vinegar, and sometimes brandy or stock to create a sweet and sour glaze. It is a signature recipe in French cuisine, often associated with celebratory meals.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates, providing essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins. A typical serving contains approximately 400-600 calories, depending on the portion size and sauce preparation.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 480 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 32 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Zinc | 4.2 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg |
| Selenium | 28 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.5 mg |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
Per 1 serving (approximately 200 g of duck meat with sauce) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Muscovy Duck à l'Orange is culturally significant as a refined example of French culinary artistry, balancing rich meat with bright citrus flavors. Nutritionally, Muscovy duck is leaner than other duck breeds, offering a good source of protein with less saturated fat.
