Duck Confit
What is duck confit?
You may have seen duck confit, or confit de canard, available in a can and wondered what this specialty food from France was all about.
Confit is often a duck but it can be a goose, turkey or even pork. The meat is cooked in its own fat before being canned and preserved in it as well. When you open the can, you will see the meat covered in this fat. It may not look too appetizing at this point, but you are just minutes away from enjoying a delicious gourmet meal.
This fashion of preparing a duck is considered a specialty of the Gascony region in south-west France, reputed for its foie gras and Armagnac brandy as well.
Some tips for enjoying confit de canard
Make your own?
In France people will prepare a confit de canard at home. The poultry is cured for 24 hours with salt and perhaps some seasonings such as garlic, thyme, and nutmeg before being cooked very slowly covered in a lot of duck fat. After it has been prepared, you can eat it right away or store it safely in the refrigerator covered in its fat for one or two months.I have never tried it, preferring the convenience of opening a can and having a delicious meal ready in a few minutes.
Serving Suggestions
Keep in mind when enjoying confit that duck and goose are fatty meats, and when they are preserved in fat, they are even richer. A small portion should be plenty to satisfy and don't forget to balance your meal with a salad and light dessert.
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