12-03-2018, 03:01 PM
Unlike Terracore, I've never had a problem plucking a muscovy duck. Dipping them in 150-170F slightly soapy water for 15-45 seconds loosens the feathers and they come right off - older birds generally take a bit more time in the bath. If you slaughter at the wrong time you'll end up with a lot of pin feathers which can be a pain so check before butchering. Dry plucking is a huge pain in the butt and only undertaken if you want to spend an hour plucking one duck.
IMO older birds taste much better and more like beef than the young birds.
IMO older birds taste much better and more like beef than the young birds.