Seared Duck Breast in Balsamic Gastrique Sauce

Meanwhile, pop a large frying pan on medium-high heat (no oil).

Once hot, lay the duck in the pan, skin-side down, and fry until the skin is golden, 6-8 mins. Flip, then sear the other side for 1 min more.

Transfer to a baking tray, skin-side up, and season with salt and pepper. Set the pan aside.

Roast on the top shelf of your oven until cooked, 16-18 mins. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw duck and its packaging. The duck is cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

While everything roasts, put a small saucepan on medium heat with the redcurrant jelly and balsamic vinegar.

Whisk together until combined and bubbling, 2-3 mins.

Stir in the red wine stock paste and water for the sauce (see pantry for amount), then simmer until glossy and thickened, 4-5 mins. Remove from the heat.

Meanwhile, peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).

Wipe out the (now empty) duck frying pan and pop on high heat with a drizzle of oil. TIP: Discard any tough stalks from the cavolo nero.

Add the cavolo nero and a splash of water and cover until wilted, 3-4 mins. Remove the lid, then add the garlic and stir-fry for 1 min more.

Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover with a lid or foil to keep warm and set aside.

Once the duck is cooked, transfer to a plate. Cover and rest for 5 mins.

When everything's almost ready, pour any resting juices from the duck into your sauce and gently reheat until piping hot.

Once the duck has rested, cut widthways into 1cm slices.