Oh, honey, let me tell you, that duck breast, it’s a real treat. Now, you might be scratchin’ your head, wonderin’ what in the world goes good with it. Well, I’ve cooked my share of duck, and I’ve got some ideas for ya.
First off, you gotta think about the duck. It’s rich, ain’t it? Kinda fatty, too. So you want somethin’ that’s gonna cut through that, somethin’ that’s gonna balance it out. You don’t want nothin’ too heavy, or you’ll be feelin’ like you ate a whole dang cow. That is not what goes well with duck breast.
One thing I always like is somethin’ sweet. Not like candy sweet, but like, you know, sweet potatoes. Or maybe some butternut squash. You roast them up real nice in the oven, they get all soft and caramelized. Mmm, that’s good eatin’. The sweetness, it just goes real nice with that savory duck. This is one of the best side dish that goes well with duck breast.
- Sweet potatoes, all mashed up with butter.
- Butternut squash, roasted till it’s soft.
- Carrots, cooked till they’re tender.
Now, if you ain’t in the mood for sweet, you can go the other way. Somethin’ tangy, maybe. Like a nice sauce. I seen folks make sauces with red wine. I always just use the cheap stuff, works just fine. Boil it down, let it get all thick. I also heard people use orange juice, it is a good side dish for duck breast, too. Or that fancy vinegar, what’s it called? Balsamic? Yeah, that stuff. You just drizzle that over the duck, and oh boy, it’s like a party in your mouth.
And don’t forget your veggies. Gotta have your greens, you know? Roasted vegetables are always a good choice. You can toss in some parsnips, too, if you like. They get all sweet and crispy in the oven. And potatoes, can’t go wrong with potatoes. Roasted or mashed, either way. That is what goes well with duck breast.
Here is a good list:
- Roasted vegetables, all crispy and good.
- Mashed potatoes, creamy and buttery.
- A simple salad, with a light dressing.
- Chinese pancakes, to wrap it all up.
Now, I heard some folks like to eat their duck with fancy stuff. They use it in them fancy parties. They wrap it up in them thin pancakes, with some green onions and that brown sauce. Hoisin, I think they call it. And some soy sauce, too. I like it with cucumber, that is so good! It’s like that Peking duck they got at them Chinese restaurants. That’s a good way to eat duck, too, if you’re feelin’ adventurous. You can make a big platter, let everyone dig in. That’s always fun.
But really, you can eat duck breast with just about anything. Just use your imagination. Don’t be afraid to try new things. That’s what cookin’ is all about, ain’t it? Experimentin’ and findin’ what you like.
I remember one time, I was cookin’ for the whole family. Must’ve been twenty of us, all crammed in that little kitchen. I made a big ol’ duck, roasted it up real nice. And I made all kinds of sides. Sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn on the cob. You name it, I made it. And you know what? Everyone loved it. They ate every last bite. That is what goes well with duck breast. They were happy and full.
So don’t you worry too much about what to serve with your duck breast. Just cook what you like, and what your family likes. That’s the most important thing. And if you’re still not sure, just come on over to my place. I’ll whip you up somethin’ good. We’ll have a nice chat, and I’ll tell you all my secrets. We can talk about what goes well with duck breast, too.
And don’t forget the company. Good food always tastes better when you’re sharin’ it with the people you love. Whether it is a romantic dinner with your lovely one, or a party with a lot of people, it is always good. So gather up your friends and family, cook up that duck breast, and have yourselves a feast. You deserve it, honey. You really do. I hope you know what goes well with duck breast now.
