Tacos de Pato

Tacos de Pato is a delightful and healthy Mexican lunch dish featuring tender duck meat seasoned with traditional spices, served in soft corn tortillas and topped with fresh vegetables. This dish combines rich flavors with a light and nutritious twist, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Duck breast - 250 grams
• Corn tortillas - 4 pieces
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Red onion - 50 grams, diced
• Cilantro - 20 grams, chopped
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Avocado - 1 small, sliced

Steps

1. Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and minced garlic, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Season the duck breast with cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Place the duck breast skin-side down in the skillet and cook for about 6-8 minutes until the skin is crispy.
3. Flip the duck breast and continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 65°C. Remove from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes.
4. While the duck rests, warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan for about 30 seconds on each side until soft.
5. Slice the duck breast thinly. Assemble the tacos by placing slices of duck on each tortilla, topped with diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and avocado slices.
6. Drizzle lime juice over the tacos and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Duck is a good source of high-quality protein, which helps in muscle building and repair.
• Avocado provides healthy fats and fiber, promoting heart health and aiding digestion.

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