Whole Wild Mallard

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  • The depth of flavour that you will find in a Wild Mallard that has grazed on grass, wheat, barley and pondweed is sublime.

    Mallard Duck is truly versatile, it can be used for roasting, braising and even cooked on the barbecue.

    With a deliciously rich flavour, the Wild Mallard's savoury taste pairs amazingly well with sharp and fruity flavours such as juicy blackberries, tart red berries and bitter citrus. 

    As the Mallard has lived a proper free range life, running, flying, swimming, gliding and flapping, it is tougher than its farmed counterpart. However with the right alchemy you are rewarded in rich, gamey flavour that is pure joy. Our favourite way to cook a Mallard has to be a simple roast, paired with season veg. 

    Mallard is the most common Wild Duck in the British Isles and can be found in plentiful numbers. It is one of the most ethical and sustainable types of meat that we can consume and should be celebrated when in season. 

    Depending on your recipe, we recommend 1 Mallard between 2 people.

  • Wild British Mallard

    May contain shot.

  • How To Roast a Mallard

    Preheat the oven to 220C.

    Season well and sear all over in a hot pan. 

    Place the pan into the hot oven and roast for 15-20 minutes. The bird should be just pink.

    Allow to rest for 20 minutes before carving. 

    Explore our Journal for more seasonal recipes.

  • Arrives frozen. 

    Once thawed, cook within 3 days. 

    • The keystone founding principle of Pipers Farm is that we work with small scale family farmers like ourselves, who rear animals slowly on grass, rather than depending on imported feeds such as cheap grains.
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    • The keystone founding principle of Pipers Farm is that we work with small scale family farmers like ourselves, who rear animals slowly on grass, rather than depending on imported feeds such as cheap grains.
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    • The keystone founding principle of Pipers Farm is that we work with small scale family farmers like ourselves, who rear animals slowly on grass, rather than depending on imported feeds such as cheap grains.
      All meat is delivered frozen in insulated packaging specifically designed to keep your food safe in transit
    • The keystone founding principle of Pipers Farm is that we work with small scale family farmers like ourselves, who rear animals slowly on grass, rather than depending on imported feeds such as cheap grains.
      Delivered in compostable and fully recyclable packaging

Wild Mallard with Swede Mash, Stewed Pears & Hispi Cabbage

In the Autumn, the flavour of roasted Wild Mallard is hard to beat. The richness of the bird blends magnificently with other seasonal stars like sweet pears, and earthy swede. Simple yet impressive, this recipe is certainly one to add to your repertoire this Autumn. 

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