Crispy Paprika Roast Duck: A Golden, Buttery Dinner Showstopper

Perfect Roast Duck Recipe for a Flavorful Dinner

Looking to master the art of roast duck? This roast duck is coated with a simple, flavorful spice rub and basted with butter as it roasts in the oven until tender, juicy, and golden.

Ingredients for Roast Duck

• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 whole duck (about 5 lbs), giblets removed

How to Make Roast Duck

1. Prep the Duck

   Gather all ingredients. Pat the duck dry with paper towels and season inside and out with salt and pepper. Let it rest for 10 minutes at room temperature.

2. Apply the Spice Rub

   Combine paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice blend evenly over the duck’s skin. This paprika spice rub creates a crispy, golden finish.

3. Roast in the Oven

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the duck on a rack in a roasting pan. Roast for 1 hour, basting every 20 minutes with melted butter to keep the meat moist and flavorful.

4. Finish and Rest

   After 1 hour, increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and roast for an additional 10 minutes until the skin is deeply golden. Remove from oven and let the duck rest for 10–15 minutes before carving.

Serving Tips & Storytelling

• Family Favorite: This buttery, oven-roasted duck is a star at holiday dinners.
• Make-Ahead Hack: Prep the spice rub the night before and refrigerate the duck uncovered for extra-crisp skin.
• Flavor Boost: Add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to the roasting pan for aromatic steam.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving: 625 calories; 52 g protein; 45 g fat; 1 g carbs; 20 g saturated fat; 1538 mg sodium.

Serve and savor your roast duck.