Roast Duck with Sage

Duck is one of those under-appreciated meats that can truly be spectacular when cooked correctly!

PREP TIME
15 Minutes
EGG TEMP
425°F/218°C
COOK TIME
2-4 Hours
SERVINGS
4-8
CORE INGREDIENT
Duck
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Ingredients

  •  salt and black pepper 
  • 1 handful fresh sage leaves 
  • lemons, thinly sliced 
  • duck 

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat your Big Green Egg to 425°F/218°C.

Step 2

Rub the flesh under the skin of the duck with kosher salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Slide the lemons and the sage under the skin as well.

Step 4

Roast until the internal temperature is to your liking; 140 is usually rare.

Step 5

Remove to a cutting board and tent with foil. Let rest for at least 15 minutes.

Step 6

Carve and serve.

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