Confit de canard
Introducing Toddler Recipes Australia’s delicious and easy to make Confit de Canard - a mouthwatering dish perfect for toddlers! This French classic is a simple and nutritious meal for little ones, offering a unique mix of flavours that will get even the most fussy eaters licking their plates! Our recipe is easy to follow and takes no more than 30 mins to prepare. Get your toddler’s taste buds ready for this delicious home cooked recipe!
General Information
- Servings: 4
- Keywords: Confit de canard, French cuisine
- Calories: 845 kcal
- Protein: 51.3 g
- Carbs: 0.8 g
- Fats: 75.2 g
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 90 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 duck legs
- 2 plums
- 4 tablespoons of honey
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 shallots
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 150 mL duck or goose fat
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
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Cut shallots and garlic.
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Heat the oil in a roasting pan over medium-high heat.
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Add the duck legs and sear the skin until golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes per side. Remove the duck legs from the pan and set aside.
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Add the shallots and garlic to the pan and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the plums, honey and bay leaves to the pan. Stir to combine and cook for another 2 minutes.
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Add the duck legs back to the pan, skin side up, and pour over the duck fat.
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Cover the pan with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 90 minutes, or until the duck is cooked through.
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When ready to serve, transfer the duck legs to a plate and sprinkle with freshly ground pepper.
Recommended Sides
Serve with roasted potatoes and a green salad for a complete meal that the whole family will enjoy!
For a laugh during dinner prep, try adding a humorous quip to each of the steps, for example: “Step 3: Feeling HOT, HOT, HOT - add the shallots and garlic!”
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