Duck stewed with potatoes

Name: Duck stewed with potatoes
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients: Duck - 2000 g; Potatoes - 400 g; Carrots - 100 g; Onions - 160 g; Vegetable oil - 34 g

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There are many recipes for stewed duck with potatoes. To make the bird soft and tender, you need to cut it into pieces, and also use a duck pan or stewpan when preparing the dish. To prevent the potatoes from boiling over and turning into mush, add the potatoes to the finished stewed duck. The recipe is quite simple, but it will take a lot of time to prepare the dish. When buying a duck, you should pay attention to the fact that the bird has light skin with an elastic structure.

How to cook Duck stewed with potatoes

Step 1

Fry the duck. Heat the vegetable oil well, put in the duck pieces, fry for 15 minutes until golden brown.

Step 2

Combine the duck with onions and carrots. Add onions and carrots to the meat and fry everything together for 5 minutes. Pour 0.5 cups of hot water into the resulting mixture of meat and vegetables, cover with a lid and simmer over low heat for 40 minutes, adding water if necessary. A few minutes before the specified time has elapsed, add salt to taste.

Step 3

Add potatoes to the poultry and vegetables. Place the potato pieces on the meat and pour boiling water so that its level is slightly lower than the level of the vegetables and meat. Continue to simmer the dish for another 20 minutes on low heat.

Duck stewed with potatoes - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Can I substitute duck with another type of meat?

Yes, you can substitute duck with chicken, turkey, or even beef for a similar stewed dish. Adjust cooking times accordingly as duck has a longer cooking time than chicken.

How should I store leftovers and how long do they last?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat thoroughly on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of water if the stew seems dry.

Can I make this dish vegetarian?

Yes, for a vegetarian version, replace the duck with hearty vegetables like portobello mushrooms or seitan and use vegetable broth instead of water. Adjust cooking times since vegetables cook faster than meat.

Can I freeze this stew?

Yes, this stew freezes well. Cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container, leaving some headspace. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

Can I make this dish in a slow cooker or Instant Pot?

Yes, for a slow cooker, follow the steps through browning the duck, then transfer everything to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours. For an Instant Pot, use the sauté function for Step 1, then pressure cook on high for 20 minutes after adding the liquids.

What can I serve with this dish?

This hearty stew is a complete meal on its own, but you can serve it with a simple green salad, crusty bread to soak up the sauce, or a side of steamed green beans or broccoli.

Can I make it less spicy or adjust the seasoning?

The recipe as written isn't spicy, but if you'd like to add heat, include a pinch of red pepper flakes with the onions. For seasoning, adjust the salt to your preference and consider adding herbs like thyme or a bay leaf during simmering.

How can I scale this recipe for a larger crowd?

To double the recipe, use a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. Brown the duck in batches to avoid overcrowding. Keep the ratios of liquid and vegetables the same, and expect a slightly longer simmering time for the larger quantity.

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