A southwest French classic that slowly cooks duck legs in their own fat until spoon-tender, then crisps the skin before serving.
20 min prep 185 min cook 555 min rest
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Rub the duck legs with salt, black pepper, and rosemary.
Rest the legs in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, so the salt penetrates the meat.
Warm the duck fat and place the legs in a dish so they are fully covered.
Cook the legs at 120°C for 3 hours, so the meat does not toughen.
Before serving, crisp the skin side in a pan for 5 minutes.
Rest the legs for 4 minutes, so the skin stays crisp while the juices settle.
💡 Tip: Cook the duck legs at low temperature; high heat makes the fat toughen the meat.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with roasted potatoes and green salad.
~520
kcal calories
28
g protein
6
g carbs
39
g fat
0g
Sugar
0.2g
Fiber
2326.1mg
Sodium
0g
Saturated fat
⚠️ Nutrition data match is limited for this recipe (67%); values are estimates.
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
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