Duck Confit and Arugula Pizza
Duck Confit is rich, savory and smoky where arugula is fresh and herby, a contrast that keeps every bite interesting.
Shredded duck confit adds a luxuriously rich, tender, and deeply savory element to pizza. Peppery, crisp arugula adds a fresh, vibrant bite as a post-bake pizza topping. On a Truffle Cream Sauce base, the sauce's earthy and aromatic character ties the two together.
How they taste together
- Duck Confit (rich, savory, smoky): Shredded duck confit adds a luxuriously rich, tender, and deeply savory element to pizza.
- Arugula (fresh, herby): Peppery, crisp arugula adds a fresh, vibrant bite as a post-bake pizza topping.
Best Sauces for This Pairing
Pizzas with This Combo
Duck Confit & Cream
White Garlic-Parmesan Cream Sauce
“A elegant White Garlic Parmesan Cream-based pizza bringing together Duck Confit, Caramelized Onion, Arugula, and Fig for a carnivore-worthy masterpiece. Perfect for cozy fall nights.”
Truffle Duck Confit
Truffle Cream Sauce
“This bold and meaty pizza starts with Truffle Cream sauce and tops it with Duck Confit, Caramelized Onion, Thyme, and Arugula, delivering a upscale experience suited to a warming winter meal.”
Brown Butter Duck & Fig
Brown Butter-Sage Sauce
“Brown Butter Sage sauce meets Duck Confit, Fig, Arugula, and Balsamic Glaze in this upscale, bold and meaty pizza finished with a drizzle of Balsamic Glaze. A standout choice for harvest season warmth.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What sauce goes best with duck confit and arugula pizza?
Truffle Cream Sauce is the strongest match. Its earthy, aromatic and luxurious profile supports both duck confit and arugula without crowding them. Brown Butter-Sage Sauce is a good second choice if you want a different direction.
What else goes well with duck confit and arugula on pizza?
Fig, caramelized onion and balsamic glaze each sit comfortably next to this combination. Keep it to a single addition so the duck confit and arugula pairing stays the star.