Pato con Ciruelas

Pato con Ciruelas is a rich and flavorful Spanish dish featuring succulent duck braised with sweet plums, creating a delightful balance of savory and sweet. This kosher rendition highlights the use of aromatic spices and fresh ingredients for a comforting and elegant meal.

Ingredients

• Duck legs - 2 pieces (about 400g each)
• Plums - 200g, pitted and halved
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red wine - 100ml (kosher)
• Chicken broth - 200ml (kosher)
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the duck legs with salt and black pepper, then place them skin-side down in the skillet. Brown the duck legs for about 6-8 minutes until the skin is crispy, then flip and brown the other side for another 5 minutes. Remove the duck legs and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Allow it to simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the chicken broth, honey, thyme, cinnamon, and the halved plums to the skillet. Stir to combine.
5. Return the duck legs to the skillet, skin-side up, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover and reduce the heat to low, allowing it to braise for about 1 hour, or until the duck is tender and cooked through.
6. Once cooked, remove the duck legs and set aside. Increase the heat to medium-high to reduce the sauce for 5-10 minutes until it thickens slightly.
7. Serve the duck legs topped with the plum sauce, garnished with additional thyme if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 600
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 12 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 40 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 30 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Duck is a good source of protein and essential vitamins like B6 and B12.
• Plums are rich in antioxidants and dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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