Curry Duck

Name: Curry Duck
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Trinidadian
Ingredients: 3 lbs duck pieces; 3 tbsp curry powder; 2 lbs potatoes, cubed; 1/2 cup onion, diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp fresh ginger, minced; 1 cup canned diced tomatoes; 1 bell pepper, diced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 3 tbsp vegetable oil; 4 cups water; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper

A festive Trinidadian favorite featuring tender duck pieces braised in a rich, aromatic curry sauce with potatoes and vegetables, best enjoyed with roti or rice.

70 minMediumServes 4480 cal/serving

TrinidadianDinnerStovetopStandard

Ingredients

3 lbs duck pieces
3 tbsp curry powder
2 lbs potatoes, cubed
1/2 cup onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp fresh ginger, minced
1 cup canned diced tomatoes
1 bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tbsp vegetable oil
4 cups water
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Working in batches if needed, brown 3 lbs duck pieces on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Set aside.
2

In the same pot, add 1/2 cup diced onion and 4 cloves minced garlic, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
3

Stir in 3 tbsp curry powder and 2 tsp minced fresh ginger, toasting for about 1 minute while stirring constantly.
4

Add 2 lbs cubed potatoes and 1 diced bell pepper, stirring to coat with the curry mixture, about 2 minutes.
5

Pour in 1 cup canned diced tomatoes and 4 cups water, then return duck pieces to the pot along with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
6

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes until duck pieces reaches 165°F internal temperature (or meat easily shreds with no pink) and the sauce has thickened.
7

Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
8

Serve hot over rice or with roti, ensuring each serving has plenty of the rich curry sauce.

Questions

How long does Curry Duck keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. It also freezes well for up to three months.

Can I halve or double Curry Duck?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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