Shopping for Duck Breast? These are Tips You Need to Know

Duck breast is very versatile, making it very popular among chefs and home cooks who are looking to bring variety to favorite recipes. From pasta to salads and more, duck’s rich flavor and red meat texture make it a great addition to any number of dishes.

Duck breast is also simple to prepare, providing a time-saving option you will turn to again and again when shopping for your family menus.

If you are new to preparing duck breast and are not sure where to start when shopping for it, here are some tips you should consider.

What to Look For

Quality Attributes

Not all duck breasts are created equal. Many on the market have less meat and more fat than customers prefer. They also lack the skin quality and deep color that consumers desire.

Maple Leaf Farms duck breast is renowned for its high meat to fat ratio, superior skin quality and rich red meat color.

Quality Assurances

Many poultry producers make claims on their packaging or marketing materials suggesting they have a superior product because of their production practices.

Maple Leaf Farms has worked very hard to provide a transparent view of its farm-to-fork process so you can buy with confidence. Whether you are concerned about sustainability, food safety or farming practices, the Maple Leaf Farms website and social media channels provide the information you are looking for to feel confident in your purchase.

Versatile Options

Maple Leaf Farms duck breasts are sold in vacuum-sealed single or two-packs, making it easy to have enough product to serve no matter the size of your gathering. You can select a plain duck breast and create a palette all your own or choose one of our flavor-marinated options to make meal prep a breeze.