Honey Mead-Brined Canada Goose With Cabbage, Currants, And Brûléed Pears Recipe

Name: Honey Mead-Brined Canada Goose With Cabbage, Currants, And Brûléed Pears
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 shallots, sliced; 1 teaspoon mustard seed; 1 teaspoon coriander seeds; 3 fresh thyme sprigs; 2 tablespoons honey; 6 cups honey mead, divided; 2 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided; 2 (8- to 10-ounce) goose breasts; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

4 shallots, sliced
1 teaspoon mustard seed
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
3 fresh thyme sprigs
2 tablespoons honey
6 cups honey mead, divided
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
2 (8- to 10-ounce) goose breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1
Combine first 5 ingredients, 2 cups honey mead, and 2 tablespoons salt in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Transfer mixture to a large bowl, and let cool to room temperature. Add goose breasts to marinade, cover, and refrigerate 8 to 12 hours.
2
Preheat oven to 375u00b0. Drain goose and pat dry with paper towels; discard marinade. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add goose breasts, skin sides down, and cook about 6 minutes or until skin is deep golden brown and fat has rendered. Flip goose; cook 1 more minute. Transfer skillet to oven, and roast 10 minutes or until goose is cooked through.
3
Meanwhile, cook remaining 4 cups honey mead in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat about 15 minutes or until reduced to 1 cup. Stir in butter, chopped thyme, pepper, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Spoon sauce over cooked goose, and serve with Sauteed Cabbage & Currants and Bruleed Pears.

1313

kcal

Calories

Fat

320

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 shallots, sliced, 1 teaspoon mustard seed, 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, 3 fresh thyme sprigs, and more.

Yes, Honey Mead-Brined Canada Goose With Cabbage, Currants, And Brûléed Pears falls under the General 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.

Honey Mead-Brined Canada Goose With Cabbage, Currants, And Brûléed Pears

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