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Duck Leg

Anas platyrhynchos domestica Allergen-Free
Duck Leg

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Anatidae
  • Primary Cuisine French, Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Duck

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Duck Leg ?

The lower portion of a duck's leg, including the thigh, highly prized for its rich, succulent meat and crispable skin, often cooked confit.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Duck Leg ?

Le/La/L'Duck Leg a un goût rich, gamey, savory, fatty avec des arômes fowl, rich, earthy.

Taste
Rich, Gamey, Savory, Fatty
Texture
Tender, Succulent, Crispy skin
Aroma
Fowl, Rich, Earthy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 85g
Calories200 kcal
Total Fat14 g
Saturated Fat4 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol80 mg
Protein18 g
Total Carbohydrate0 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium10 mg
Iron2 mg
Potassium250 mg

Le secret du chef

For perfectly crispy duck skin, score it deeply before cooking and render slowly over low heat to release excess fat. Finish with high heat for crackling.

Substituts & Proportions pour Duck Leg

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Duck Leg est Chicken Thigh (Bone-in, Skin-on), à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar fat content and dark meat texture, but milder flavor.

Substituts pour Duck Leg avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Chicken Thigh (Bone-in, Skin-on) Meilleur 1:1 Similar fat content and dark meat texture, but milder flavor.
Pork Shoulder (Butt) 1:1 Excellent for slow-cooking and braising, rich flavor, different animal profile.
Goose Leg 1:1 Very similar rich, fatty profile, but less commonly available.
Lamb Shank 1:1 Rich, fall-off-the-bone meat when slow-cooked, different gamey notes.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Duck Leg

  1. Look for plump, intact duck legs with healthy-looking skin.
  2. Store refrigerated and use within a few days or freeze.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Duck Leg ?

  • Orange
  • cherry
  • potato
  • rosemary
  • thyme
  • garlic
  • red wine
  • earthy mushrooms
  • leafy greens.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Duck Leg ?

Rich, Gamey, Savory, Fatty Fowl, Rich, Earthy

Quel est un bon substitut pour Duck Leg ?

Le meilleur substitut est Chicken Thigh (Bone-in, Skin-on) (1:1). Similar fat content and dark meat texture, but milder flavor.

Comment choisir et conserver le Duck Leg ?

Look for plump, intact duck legs with healthy-looking skin. Store refrigerated and use within a few days or freeze.

Besoin d'un substitut pour le/la/l'Duck Leg tout de suite, ou d'une recette qui l'utilise ? Demandez à Sous, votre sous-chef IA.