This Confit Duck is an ancient cooking method never goes out of style. A centuries old classic, French style of cooking in which duck legs are salted and cooked in fat. It is also versatile and a fantastic traditional dish to serve any time of year at a special occasion. This extremely rich, juicy and lip smacking dish is downright delicious. My absolute favorite!
To make Confit Duck, you will need the following ingredients:
The day before cooking, lightly toast the cumin and coriander seeds in a dry pan until slightly coloured and aromatic. Remove to a board and crush them with the blade of a knife.
Crush juniper berries and mix with salt and spices.
Rub prepared seasoning mix over the duck and scatter with thyme,rosemary and sliced garlic. Refrigerate for 24 hours, turning 2-3 times in the process, to chill and marinate.
Preheat oven to 150 °C/130 °C fan/ gas 2.
Using kitchen towel, dry the duck without rubbing of the marinade and place in a cast-iron casserole and cover with goose or duck fat.
Add bay leaves and peppercorns.
Cook for about 2 ½ hours until meat is almost falling away from the bone.
To store duck, place in a pudding bowl and cover it with fat. Place in the refrigerator and as long as its covered with fat, duck will last for a few weeks.
In an ovenproof frying pan over high heat, place the duck legs, without fat, skin-side down, and cook for 4 minutes then turn over to the other side.
Preheat oven to 200 °C. Transfer pan to the preheated oven and cook for 30 minutes until crisp.
Serve and enjoy!
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Delicious!
So flavorful and simple. I made this for friends.
Delicious
Superb! I made this Confit Duck for my wife's birthday last weekend. The rich flavours amazed our family! It brought back memories of our trip to France, and the dish was the highlight of the evening. Would absolutely recommend!
OMG, this Confit Duck is a game changer! I made it for my hubby's bday, and he was blown away! The savory flavor was off the charts, like a fancy restaurant at home! It was a little messy, but totally worth it! You gotta try it! It's lit!
I loved making the Confit Duck for a family dinner! This recipe is simple and the flavors are just amazing. My husband and kids devoured it, and I felt like a pro chef. My tip is to take your time with the cooking for the best results.
Made this for our anniversary, nailed it! Fab recipe, taste just like Paris.
I made this Confit Duck for our anniversary dinner and it turned out so perfect! The flavors were incredible, and the meat was sooo tender. I never tried cooking duck before, but the instructions were super clear. My husband couldn't belive how good it was! Definately a recipe I will keep for special occasions.
I made this Confit Duck for my friends last weekend, and they were all blown away! The flavors are so rich and tasty. It reminds me of the time I spent in France, tasting all the amazing cuisine. I never thought I could recreate it at home! This recipe is a must-try.
I made the Confit Duck for our anniversary dinner, and it was exceptional! The rich flavors made it feel special. My husband loved it, thank you for this recipe!
Absolutely love it!
Delicious! I made this for our family gathering and everyone loved it! The duck was so juicy and tender, it reminded me of the meals my grandma used to make. Can't wait to impress my friends next time!
Incredible flavor, loved it
Wow! Made this for my husband’s birthday, and he said it was the best duck he’s ever tasted! The kids even loved it! Definetely a winner in our house!
Delicioso, fácil, especial.
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