Trim the fat off of the sides of duck leaving it attached to the breast. Score the remaining fat in a checker board design. Mix together the cloves, shallot and canola oil in a small mixing bowl.

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Rub meat side of duck breasts with olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. In a heavy skillet over high heat, sear breasts skin-side down until skin browns and ...