Roasted Duck Legs with Carrot Purée & Homemade Onion Jam
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
2 hrs
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Total Time
2 hrs 15 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
International
Roasted Duck Legs with Carrot Purée & Homemade Onion Jam
Description
This recipe features duck legs seasoned and wrapped in baking paper and foil, then roasted at a moderate temperature with a bit of water, allowing the meat to cook gently for two hours and become tender. The skin is finished by roasting uncovered until golden and crispy, adding a pleasant texture contrast.
The carrot purée is prepared by boiling chopped carrots until soft, then blending them with butter to achieve a smooth, creamy consistency that complements the rich duck. Meanwhile, the onion jam is made by slowly cooking julienned red onions with red wine over low heat, then sweetened with sugar to create a thick, jam-like texture with balanced sweetness and slight acidity.
Combining the tender duck with creamy carrot purée and the tangy, sweet onion jam creates a composed dish with varied flavors and textures. The roast method enhances the meaty flavors of duck legs while the sides soften and complement the protein.
Ingredients
- 2 duck legs
Carrot Puree:
- 400 g carrot
- 60 g butter
Homemade Onion Jam:
- 4 red onions
- 30 ml red wine
- 60 g sugar
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Clean the duck of excess skin/fat and season with salt and pepper. Wrap in baking paper, then in aluminum foil and cook in the oven for 2 hours at 180 °C (356 °F) in a pan with a little water.
- Clean and chop the carrots, then boil in salted water.
- When the carrots are cooked, drain and mash them with the butter in a blender to create a creamy purée.
- Clean the red onion and cut it jullienne, then cook in a saucepan with the red wine over low heat.
- When the onion has softened, can add the sugar and continue to cook it until it starts to boil with thick bubbles, but be careful not to burn it as the sugar will turn brown and bitter.
- Before serving, remove the duck thighs from the foil and brown for 5-10 minutes in a well heated oven until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Notes
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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