Duck Burgers

Name: Duck Burgers
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 lb ground duck breast; 1 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tbsp soy sauce ((sub with coconut aminos for gluten free/ paleo)); 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper; 2 tbsp coconut oil ((or other cooking oil of choice))

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You’re gonna love these juicy Duck Burgers ready in just 10 minutes! They’re so rich and flavorful with just 5 pantry ingredients. Change up your summer cookout routine with these delicious ground duck breast patties seasoned with maple syrup and soy sauce.

A homemade duck burger in a bun with lettuce, pickles, bacon and ketchup.

Duck Burgers Recipe

WHY THESE ARE THE BEST DUCK BURGERS:

They’re so unique! You’ve had beef burgers, turkey burgers, veggie burgers, and even chicken burgers. Duck burgers are a juicy step above the rest and a delicious substitute for a typical ground beef patty.
You only need 5 ingredients to make these show-shopping burgers. No complex sauce recipes or spice blends here. They’re an easy option for all your summer cookouts.
Ready in just 10 minutes, you won’t keep your guests waiting with these fast and easy burgers. You are sure to impress all your family and friends when you serve these duck meat burgers.
You can easily make them gluten free and paleo

Key ingredients for these duck burgers:

Ground Duck Breast — Duck is one of my favorite proteins, but it’s hard to have on a budget. Enter ground duck burgers! They give you that luscious, gamey duck flavor without the fine dining price.
Maple Syrup — I use this vegan sweetener in everything. It gives a special sweet but smokey flavor to the duck.
Soy Sauce — I love the smokey, savory flavor soy sauce brings to any burger patty. You can always swap for coconut aminos or your favorite burger marinade, too.
Salt and pepper

The equipment you’ll need to make these burgers:

A wide, strong spatula to keep your duck patties in tact when flipping
A meat thermometer to check your burger temps

Tips and variations for these burgers:

To make these burgers gluten-free or paleo, use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce
These burgers store well in the fridge in an air tight container for up to 5 days
If your patties aren’t sticking together, place them in the fridge for 20-30 minutes before cooking them
I don’t recommend cooking these burgers on the bbq. The patties won’t stick together well
Keep your toppings simple. These duck burgers are so tender and full of flavor on their own, you only need a few garnishes for the perfect burger

What to serve with these burgers:

A duck burger on a plate in a bun with chips

Frequently asked questions:

What temperature should a burger be?

When you’re working with ground beef, you have a range of temps to choose from. With duck, you want the internal temperature to be 165 degrees F. However, if you prefer your duck medium to medium rare, cook it to 135-140 degrees F.

What are your favorite burger toppings?

I keep it simple with a little mayo, lettuce, and onions. You can always add cheese, bacon, pickles, more veggies, or a special homemade sauce to perfectly complement your flavors.

How do you keep hamburgers from falling apart?

Keep your ground duck breast in the fridge until it’s time to make the patties. The cold helps everything stay together while you cook them. If you want to form your burgers in advance, pop them back in the fridge until it’s time to grill.

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5 from 6 votes

Duck Burgers

These duck burgers are so juicy and full of flavour. Really easy to make they're a unique alternative to traditional beef burgers.

Course Dinner, Main Course, Meat

Cuisine American

Keyword bbq food, picnic food, tailgate

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 216 kcal

Ingredients

1 lb ground duck breast
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp soy sauce (sub with coconut aminos for gluten free/ paleo)
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
2 tbsp coconut oil (or other cooking oil of choice)

Instructions

Place all the ingredients, except the coconut oil, in a bowl and stir them together to combine
Form the duck mixture into 4 even sized patties, making a thumb print in the middle of each patty
Place a frying pan on the stove on medium-high heat and allow the coconut oil to melt. Once the oil is melted, cook the burgers for 3-5 minutes per side, until cooked through

Recipe Notes

To make these burgers gluten free or paleo use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce
These burgers store well in the fridge in an air-tight container for up to 5 days

Nutrition Facts

Duck Burgers

Amount Per Serving

Calories 216 Calories from Fat 108

% Daily Value*

Fat 12g18%

Saturated Fat 8g50%

Cholesterol 87mg29%

Sodium 607mg26%

Potassium 326mg9%

Carbohydrates 4g1%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 23g46%

Vitamin A 61IU1%

Vitamin C 7mg8%

Calcium 10mg1%

Iron 5mg28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Duck Burgers