What are ideas for using duck eggs?

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Duck eggs and chicken eggs are similar in many ways, but there are a few key differences between the two:

- Size: Duck eggs are generally larger than chicken eggs. A duck egg is typically about two-thirds larger in volume than a chicken egg, although there is some variation depending on the breed of duck.
- Shell thickness: Duck eggs have thicker shells than chicken eggs. This makes them more difficult to crack, but also means they are less prone to breaking during handling.
- Yolk-to-white ratio: Duck eggs have a higher yolk-to-white ratio than chicken eggs. This means that the yolk of a duck egg is proportionally larger compared to the white.
- Flavor: Duck eggs have a richer, more savory flavor than chicken eggs. This is due to the higher fat content of the yolk.
- Nutrition: Duck eggs are generally considered to be more nutritious than chicken eggs. They contain more fat, protein, and vitamins and minerals, although they also have slightly more cholesterol.

Great for baking & pancakes
We make breakfast tacos with them. They are very rich, so tomatillo salsa and goat cheese makes a gorgeous a a pairing.
They are just amazing over easy…the yolk is amazing. We do that with a dusting of truffle salt and some chewy delicious bread toasted to mop up the yolk!
Used in the first time I did a Croque Madame
French toast!
They’re great in anything you do with eggs, like frittata or quiche. Also pancakes, baking, etc.
Great for baking. I like an over-easy fried duck egg on a salad with a simple mustard vinaigrette.
Eggs Benedict with a good Parma ham to take the strength of the duck yolk.
Ramen eggs
Egg noodles. They will keep for as long as any other pasta if kept dry.
With fresh pasta served with a duck ragù.
Decadent Deviled Eggs
Creme Brulee!
Old Chinese country treat , salt them in a water soak for a month.
Boiled, poached, fried, scrambled or omelette.
Soft boiled
They are great used in cakes.
Brine them or Sous Vide with salt & pepper.
Poached on toast

Some caution:

Scrambled duck eggs are great but be sure of the source – if laid and allowed to stand in stagnant water can give the worst food poisoning ever – been there and regretted it.
They make fantastic Scotch Eggs. Just wonderful. Be sure to wash the egg before boiling and spray your countertop with disinfectant after.

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