Partridges with Orange and Vermouth Sauce

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Partridges with Orange and Vermouth Sauce
in Poultry

Prep

45 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 35 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 young partridges , halved
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 small onion , chopped
3/4 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup dry white vermouth
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
5 fluid ounces double cream
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon white flour
2 whole oranges , peeled and thinly sliced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
510
Sugar
5g
Fat
29g
Partridges with Orange and Vermouth Sauce is a classic French dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a fancy dinner party. The rich and tender gamey meat of the partridges is complemented perfectly by the sweet and tangy orange and vermouth sauce. This dish can be served with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad and pairs well with a glass of dry white wine. Impress your guests with this delicious and elegant meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 190 degrees Celsius.
2.Season the halved partridges with salt and black pepper.
3.Melt the unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4.Add the onions and cook until softened.
5.Add the seasoned partridges to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides.
6.Transfer the partridges to a baking dish and roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
7.In the same skillet used to cook the partridges, add the chicken stock, dry white vermouth, fresh orange juice, and double cream.
8.Cook over medium heat until reduced by half.
9.Mix the butter and flour in a small bowl and add to the sauce, stirring well to combine.
10.Arrange the orange slices on a serving platter and top with the halved partridges. Spoon the sauce over the partridges and sprinkle with fresh chives.

PROS

Partridges with Orange and Vermouth Sauce is a delicious and flavorful meal that is perfect for a special occasion.

The citrusy sauce pairs perfectly with the rich and tender partridge meat.

CONS

Partridges with Orange and Vermouth Sauce can be expensive to make and is time-consuming.

Additionally, some people may find the gamey taste of partridge meat to be unpleasant.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Partridge meat is a lean protein that is low in fat and high in nutrients.
It is an excellent source of vitamin B12, which is important for maintaining healthy nerve and blood cells.
The orange juice in the sauce is high in vitamin C, which supports a healthy immune system.

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