Tony’s Duck Confit

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 16

Tony's Duck Confit recipe for a flavorful main course

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

4 hours

Ready In

4 hours 10 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

812

Sugar

Fat

68g

Duck Confit is a classic French dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. Traditionally, it involves salting and slowly cooking the duck legs in duck fat, allowing the meat to become tender and flavorful. Tony's version of this classic dish includes the addition of fresh herbs, such as thyme and rosemary, as well as garlic, which adds even more depth of flavor. While the dish does take some time to make, the resulting meal is a delicious and impressive main course that is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 250°F.
2.	Season the duck legs with sea salt and black pepper, and then place them in a single layer in a large baking dish.
3.	Add the duck fat, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary, and garlic clove to the dish, covering the duck legs completely.
4.	Bake the duck legs in the oven for 3-4 hours, or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
5.	Remove the duck legs from the fat, and then place them in a shallow skillet.
6.	Heat the skillet on medium-high heat until the skin of the duck legs is crispy and brown.

PROS

Tony’s Duck Confit is a flavorful and hearty dish that is perfect for a special occasion or holiday dinner.

The duck meat is tender and flavorful, and the skin is crispy and delicious.

This dish is also gluten-free, dairy-free, and keto-friendly.

CONS

This recipe takes a bit of time to make, as the duck legs need to be cooked slowly in the oven for several hours.

The dish is also high in fat, making it best enjoyed in moderation or as part of a special occasion menu.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While duck meat is high in calories and fat, it is also a good source of protein and essential nutrients such as iron, zinc, and vitamin B12.
Consuming duck meat can also help promote muscle growth and support a healthy immune system.

	4 duck legs
	sea salt , to taste
	2 cups duck fat
	black pepper , to taste
	4 sprigs fresh thyme
	1 sprig fresh rosemary
	1 garlic clove