Ragoût de Canard

Ragoût de Canard is a comforting French duck stew that combines tender duck meat with aromatic vegetables and a rich sauce, perfect for a cozy lunch. This dairy-free dish is both hearty and flavorful, showcasing the essence of traditional French cuisine.

Ingredients

• Duck legs - 2 pieces (about 500g total)
• Carrots - 2 medium, sliced
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Celery - 1 stalk, chopped
• Mushrooms - 150g, sliced
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Red wine - 200ml
• Chicken or vegetable broth - 250ml
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Bay leaf - 1
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Parsley - for garnish, chopped

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season the duck legs with salt and pepper, then brown them in the pot for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden. Remove the duck and set aside.
2. In the same pot, add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
3. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3-4 minutes until they release their moisture.
4. Stir in the tomato paste, then pour in the red wine. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot and let the wine reduce for about 5 minutes.
5. Return the duck legs to the pot, then add the broth, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer, cover, and let it cook on low heat for about 1 hour 15 minutes, or until the duck is tender.
6. Once cooked, remove the duck legs and let them rest for a few minutes. Discard the bay leaf, then check the seasoning and adjust with salt and pepper if needed.
7. Serve the ragoût in bowls, topped with the duck legs and garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables, promoting overall wellness.

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