CRISP-BRAISED DUCK LEGS WITH AROMATIC VEGETABLES
Crisp braised duck legs with vegetables is a simple, luxurious dish. You brown the duck until the skin is crackly and golden. You cook the vegetables in some of the rendered fat until they start to soften, then you add chicken stock and cook everything together in the oven until the duck is tender and super-crisp and the vegetables are melting and unctuous. Do not feel bound to the carrots, celery and onion called for in the recipe. Any number of root vegetables - infused with the rendered fat - would be incredible here.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, lunch, roasts, main course
Time 2h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put duck legs, skin side down, in a skillet large enough to accommodate all ingredients comfortably; turn heat to medium. Heat oven to 400 degrees. Brown duck legs carefully and evenly, sprinkling them with salt and pepper as they cook. Meanwhile, peel and dice vegetables.
- When legs are nicely browned, turn them over and sear for just a minute or two. Remove to a plate; remove all but enough fat to moisten vegetables. Add vegetables to skillet along with some salt and pepper. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until they begin to brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Return duck legs to pan, skin side up, and add stock; it should come about halfway up duck legs but should not cover them. Turn heat to high, bring to a boil, and transfer to oven.
- Cook for 30 minutes, then lower heat to 350 degrees. Continue to cook, undisturbed, until duck is tender and liquid reduced, at least another half hour. The duck is done when a thin-bladed knife pierces the meat with little resistance. When done, duck will hold nicely in a warm oven for another hour. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 589, UnsaturatedFat 28 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 1123 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams
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Noman Sanghi
[email protected]I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm glad I tried it. The duck legs were delicious and the crispy skin was amazing.
Sbonelo Ndlovu
[email protected]This dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion. The duck legs were cooked to perfection and the sauce was incredible.
Tanveer Akthar
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook duck legs, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The crispy skin and tender meat were amazing.
afolashade Faith
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and sure to impress your guests.
Sanaullah babakhil
[email protected]I've never cooked duck legs before, but this recipe made it easy. The instructions were clear and the dish turned out great.
Patty Mckinnon
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to elevate a simple dish. The aromatic vegetables and herbs add a touch of elegance.
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[email protected]I'm not a big fan of duck, but I really enjoyed this dish. The crispy skin and tender meat were amazing.
Mohammed Riyaz
[email protected]This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive meal.
James Lankford
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The duck legs, aromatic vegetables, and herbs all come together perfectly.
Camila Clocktower
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover duck legs. The braising process makes the meat tender and flavorful.
Malik Raheel
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. The duck legs were cooked to perfection and the sauce was incredible.
Nasir Karim
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the results are always delicious.
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[email protected]This was my first time cooking duck legs and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The duck legs were juicy and tender, and the crispy skin was amazing.
Crystal Hyler
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The duck legs are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is rich and flavorful.
Victoria Torres
[email protected]This duck leg recipe is a winner! The meat was fall-off-the-bone tender and the skin was crispy and flavorful. The aromatic vegetables added a delicious depth of flavor to the dish.