Nashville Hot Duck Sandwich

Nashville Hot Duck Sandwich turns up the heat with a crave-worthy twist on a Southern favorite. Made with our duck breast, this sandwich features juicy, flavorful duck coated in a spicy Nashville-style glaze, then stacked on a bun with crisp toppings for the perfect balance of heat and richness. This sandwich takes about an hour to make.

Ingredients

  • 2Duck Breast,Defrosted
  • 1 tsp. Salt
  • 1 tsp. Pepper
  • 1 cup Buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp. Hot Sauce
  • 4 tsp Garlic Powder,Divided
  • 2 tsp Paprika,Divided
  • 1 cup Flour
  • ½ cup Corn Starch
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 cup Oil
  • 2 tbsp. Cayenne
  • 1 tbsp. Brown Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp. Chili Powder
  • 4 Brioche Buns
  • 1 Dill Pickle Chips
  • Coleslaw for Garnish

Direction

  • Carefully remove skin from each duck breast and butterfly the duck breast. Cut the duck breast into thin halves.
  • In a bowl mix buttermilk, hot sauce, 2 tsp. garlic powder, and 1 tsp paprika. Submerge the duck breast in the mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • In a shallow bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, 1 tsp. garlic powder, 1tsp. paprika, 1 tsp. cayenne, and onion powder.
  • Remove the duck breast from the marinade and press into flour mixture until fully coated. Dip back into the marinade and run through the flour mixture one more time.
  • Heat oil in a pan on medium high heat. Fry duck for 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Place on paper towels to drain.
  • Remove half of the hot oil into a glass mixing bowl with a ladle. Add the remaining cayenne pepper, brown sugar, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Mix well and brush over each fried duck piece.
  • Serve Nashville hot duck on top of toasted brioche buns with coleslaw and pickles.
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