CRISPY DUCK CONFIT WITH MIXED BITTER GREENS SALAD

Cook time

10mins

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HOW TO:

1.Gently pat duck skin dry with paper towels. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat for 2 minutes. Add duck fat to skillet, and spread with a paper towel until no visible fat remains. Add duck legs to skillet, skin-side down, and cook, using a weight or small cast iron skillet to press down on the duck legs for even browning and crisping of the skin. Cook, checking and shifting duck legs occasionally to ensure even browning of skin, until skin is deeply browned and crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Carefully flip duck legs over, and continue to cook until meat is warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer duck legs to a plate or rimmed baking sheet.

2.In a large mixing bowl, gently toss greens with 2 to 3 tablespoons (30 to 45ml) of vinaigrette, using your hands to lightly and evenly dress greens, adding more vinaigrette as needed. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

3.Divide salad evenly between individual plates and top with duck legs. Serve.

WHAT YOU NEED:

4 duck confit legs brought to room temperature and gently removed from fat
1 tsp (5ml) duck fat from duck confit
1 pound (450g) mixed leafy bitter greens, washed and dried
Simple vinaigrette, for dressing the salad
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

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