Steen's Roasted Duck with Stewed Legs

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   Stew duck legs in a sweet BBQ sauce until tender.

2. 2

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. For curing duck: In a small mixing bowl, combine the salt and pepper together.

3. 3

   Cover the ducks completely with the salt mixture and allow to cure for 8 hours.

4. 4

   Rinse the cure off and place the ducks in a 11 by 14 inch glass baking pan, fat side down.

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   For the marinade: in a small bowl, combine all the ingredients together .

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   Pour the marinade over the ducks and allow 8 hours for marinating.

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   *The curing and marinating process should be done under refrigeration.

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   In a large saute pan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil.

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   When the pan is smoking hot add the duck, skin side down.

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    Sear for about 4-5 minutes, resulting in a nice dark sear.

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    Turn the duck over and finish cooking in the oven.

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    Roast the duck for 20-25 minutes for medium rare.

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    Check the internal temperature for doneness.

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    The internal temperature should be around 140 degrees F.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.