Braised Duck With Apples Recipe

Name: Braised Duck With Apples Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. oil Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste; 4 x duck legs with thighs - (abt 2 lbs); 4 x duck wings, tip joint trimmed off (abt 1 lb); 1 lrg onion quartered; 3 x carrots coarsely minced; 3 x celery stalks coarsely minced; 4 x garlic cloves chopped; 2 x fresh thyme sprigs; 2 x fresh tarragon sprigs; 1 c. chicken stock (preferably homemade); 2 x Granny Smith apples quartered; 2 Tbsp. butter; 1 Tbsp. minced fresh thyme; 1 Tbsp. minced fresh tarragon

Servings: persons

2 Tbsp. oil Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
4 x duck legs with thighs - (abt 2 lbs)
4 x duck wings, tip joint trimmed off (abt 1 lb)
1 lrg onion quartered
3 x carrots coarsely minced
3 x celery stalks coarsely minced
4 x garlic cloves chopped
2 x fresh thyme sprigs
2 x fresh tarragon sprigs
1 c. chicken stock (preferably homemade)
2 x Granny Smith apples quartered
2 Tbsp. butter
1 Tbsp. minced fresh thyme
1 Tbsp. minced fresh tarragon

1
Heat oil in large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat till oil shimmers.
2
Salt and pepper duck legs and wings on both sides, then, working in batches, brown duck, about 5 min per side.
3
Set aside.
4
Repeat till all duck has been browned.
5
Pour off all but sufficient fat to coat skillet.
6
Add in onion, carrots, celery and a little salt.
7
Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, till vegetables soften and begin to brown, about 15 min.
8
Add in garlic and sprigs of thyme and tarragon.
9
Cook till vegetables are almost tender, 3 to 5 min more.
10
Arrange duck, skin-side up, over vegetables.
11
Add in sufficient stock to cover vegetables but not duck.
12
Bring stock to simmer.
13
Add in apples and transfer skillet to 350 degree oven.
14
Gently simmer - just an occasional bubble - basting occasionally, till duck is very tender and well browned, about 2 hrs.
15
Remove duck from pan and cover loosely with foil.
16
Strain braising liquid, pressing vegetables and apples with wooden spoon.
17
Throw away vegetables and apples and return liquid to skillet.
18
Bring to simmer and skim off fat.
19
Whisk butter and minced thyme and tarragon into braising liquid.
20
Return duck to skillet, heat through, then serve.
21
This recipe yields 4 servings.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. oil Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste, 4 x duck legs with thighs - (abt 2 lbs), 4 x duck wings, tip joint trimmed off (abt 1 lb), 1 lrg onion quartered, and more.

Yes, Braised Duck With Apples Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!