Confit de Canard

Confit de Canard is a classic French dish featuring duck legs slowly cooked in their own fat until tender and flavorful. This high-protein dish is perfect for a cozy dinner, served with crispy potatoes or a fresh salad.

Ingredients

• Duck legs - 2 pieces
• Duck fat - 500 ml
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Fresh thyme - 2 sprigs
• Bay leaves - 2
• Salt - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
• Water - 250 ml

Steps

1. 1. Preheat your oven to 120°C (250°F).
2. 2. Season the duck legs generously with salt and black pepper, rubbing it into the skin.
3. 3. In a heavy oven-safe pot, heat the duck fat over medium heat until melted.
4. 4. Add the seasoned duck legs to the pot, skin side down, and cook for about 5 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy.
5. 5. Flip the duck legs over and add the minced garlic, thyme, bay leaves, and water to the pot.
6. 6. Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Cook for 2 hours, or until the duck is tender and easily pulls away from the bone.
7. 7. Once cooked, allow the duck to cool in the fat for about 30 minutes before serving.
8. 8. For serving, remove the duck legs from the fat and crisp them up in a hot skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 600
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 1 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 950 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 54 g
• Saturated Fat: 18 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 36 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in healthy fats which can be beneficial for heart health when consumed in moderation.

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