Duck Quarter Confit

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 16

Savory Duck Quarter Confit Recipe

by The Chefin Meat

Prep

10 min

Cook

3 hours

Ready In

3 hours 10 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

700

Sugar

Fat

60g

Duck quarter confit is a classic French dish, made by cooking the duck in its own fat for several hours until the meat is tender and flavorful. The salt and thyme add a deep savory flavor to the duck quarters, which pairs well with the dry white wine. This dish is perfect for a formal dinner or a romantic evening at home, offering both elegance and comfort in one meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 200°C.
2.	In a large bowl, mix together the kosher salt, chopped garlic, and thyme sprigs.
3.	Place the duck quarters in the bowl, rubbing the salt mixture generously over each of them.
4.	Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
5.	Rinse the duck quarters and pat them dry with paper towels.
6.	Place them in a roasting pan and add the white wine.
7.	Cover with foil and bake for 2 and a half hours.
8.	Remove the foil and bake for another 30 minutes, until the skin is golden and crispy.
9.	Serve hot.

PROS

Duck quarter confit is a flavorful and tender meat dish, perfect for a special occasion or romantic dinner.

The slow-cooking process provides an intense flavor that can be paired with various sides.

CONS

The duck quarter confit is not a low-calorie dish, as it is rich in fat and salt.

It should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While duck meat is rich in protein, it is also high in cholesterol and saturated fat.
However, it contains more iron than chicken and is a good source of B vitamins and selenium.
Additionally, the garlic in this recipe has antibacterial properties and may help boost the immune system.

	2 duck quarters
	1/2 cup kosher salt
	3 fresh thyme sprigs
	1/2 cup dry white wine
	3 garlic cloves , chopped