Looking for a flavorful twist on dinner tonight?
Duck Confit
Ingredients:
- 4 duck legs
- 1 cup duck fat (or enough to cover the duck legs)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 bay leaves
Preparation Steps:
1. In a bowl, mix minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
2. Rub the spice mixture all over the duck legs; place in a dish and cover.
3. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours to marinate.
4. Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C).
5. Rinse the duck legs under cold water to remove excess salt and spices.
6. In a large oven-safe pot, melt the duck fat over low heat.
7. Add the duck legs and bay leaves, ensuring they are fully submerged in fat.
8. Cook in the oven for 4 to 6 hours, until the duck is tender and falls off the bone.
9. For crispy skin, remove the legs from the fat and sear in a hot skillet for a few minutes on each side before serving.
Prep Time: 20 mins | Cooking Time: 6 hours | Total Time: 6 hours 20 mins
Calories: 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings
Suggested Pairings:
Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a delightful meal!
#duckconfit #comfortfood #homemadeLooking for a flavorful twist on dinner tonight?
Duck Confit
Ingredients:
- 4 duck legs
- 1 cup duck fat (or enough to cover the duck legs)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 bay leaves
Preparation Steps:
1. In a bowl, mix minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
2. Rub the spice mixture all over the duck legs; place in a dish and cover.
3. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours to marinate.
4. Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C).
5. Rinse the duck legs under cold water to remove excess salt and spices.
6. In a large oven-safe pot, melt the duck fat over low heat.
7. Add the duck legs and bay leaves, ensuring they are fully submerged in fat.
8. Cook in the oven for 4 to 6 hours, until the duck is tender and falls off the bone.
9. For crispy skin, remove the legs from the fat and sear in a hot skillet for a few minutes on each side before serving.
Prep Time: 20 mins | Cooking Time: 6 hours | Total Time: 6 hours 20 mins
Calories: 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings
Suggested Pairings:
Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a delightful meal!
#duckconfit #comfortfood #homemade
