Arroz con Pato

Arroz con Pato is a vibrant Spanish rice dish featuring tender duck cooked to perfection with aromatic spices, vegetables, and saffron. This healthy twist ensures a delightful meal that is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Duck legs - 2 pieces (about 300g each)
• Brown rice - 150g
• Chicken broth - 500ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Green peas - 100g, fresh or frozen
• Saffron strands - a pinch
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the duck legs with salt and black pepper, then add them to the skillet skin-side down. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy, then flip and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove the duck and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the diced tomato, paprika, and saffron, cooking for another 2 minutes.
3. Add the brown rice to the skillet, stirring to coat it in the vegetable mixture. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
4. Return the duck legs to the skillet, nestling them into the rice. Cover and cook on low heat for about 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
5. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the green peas. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
6. Once cooked, remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from duck, supporting muscle health.
• High in fiber from brown rice and vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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