Wild duck can be a little more difficult to find than chicken or turkey, but it is worth the search. Be sure you are getting all-natural, healthy meat. Try your local health-food store and carefully trim all visible fat from the meat before serving to ensure the leanest presentation.
SERVES 4
• 4 duck breasts, skin removed
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 star anise, crushed
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger root
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• 2 Portobello mushrooms, chopped
• 2 small plums, quartered
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro
1. Slice duck into thin strips and set aside.
2. Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add star anise, ginger, and garlic. Sauté for one minute before adding carrot and mushrooms. Continue to sauté for five minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Place duck slices in skillet and sauté for an additional ten minutes. Toss in plums and cilantro and stir ingredients for one minute.
