Duck in a cast-iron pot
Description
The recipe won't take much time. To prepare a delicious duck, you'll need a cast-iron pot. Food cooked in this type of cookware turns out especially juicy, tender, and aromatic. Don't skimp on spices so the duck meat absorbs them well. Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
Wash the duck legs with thighs and dry them with paper towels. Trim off excess fat and skin. Make deep cuts on the outer side of the thighs.
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Step 2
Now prepare all the vegetables that will be used in the dish. To do this, peel the carrots, onion, and garlic. Remove the skin from the potatoes. The tubers should not be too large.
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Step 3
Place the cast-iron pot over heat and heat it thoroughly. Put the duck legs into it and sear on both sides until golden brown crust forms. No oil is needed, as the duck will release its own fat.
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Step 4
Remove the duck pieces with a slotted spoon, then add the trimmed pieces of duck fat to the cast-iron pot and place the potatoes in. Fry them, turning frequently, for about five to ten minutes until golden brown.
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Step 5
Remove the fried potatoes and place them with the duck legs. In the remaining fat, sauté the chopped onion until translucent, then add sliced carrots and chili pepper.
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Step 6
Add the fried legs and potatoes to the vegetables. Add all the spices, including peeled and thinly sliced ginger. Simmer the dish for forty minutes until fully cooked.