Slow-Cooked Duck Legs With Olives Recipe

Name: Slow-Cooked Duck Legs With Olives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 duck legs; 10 or more cloves garlic; 2 cups olives, preferably a combination of green and black; 3 or 4 sprigs thyme; 1 28-ounce can tomatoes with their juice; 1 large onion, roughly chopped (optional); 2 carrots, roughly chopped (optional); 2 celery stalks, roughly chopped (optional); Salt and pepper; Chopped parsley (optional) for garnish

Servings: persons

1
Trim all visible fat from the duck legs, then lay them in a large, broad skillet.
2
They can overlap if necessary.
3
Turn the heat to medium, and add the remaining ingredients except the parsley.
4
When the mixture reaches a lively simmer, turn the heat to low, and cover.
5
Check the mixture occasionally.
6
It should be bubbling gently.
7
Cook until the duck is very tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
8
Remove the duck to a warm plate, and cover (or place in a very low oven), then turn the heat to medium-high under the remaining sauce.
9
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is reduced to a thick, saucelike consistency, about 10 minutes.
10
Spoon over the duck legs, garnish with parsley if you like, and serve.

491

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 duck legs, 10 or more cloves garlic, 2 cups olives, preferably a combination of green and black, 3 or 4 sprigs thyme, and more.

Yes, Slow-Cooked Duck Legs With Olives 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.

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Slow-Cooked Duck Legs With Olives

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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