PAN-SEARED FOIE GRAS WITH FIGS AND PORT WINE SAUCE

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Categories     Duck     Appetizer

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 whole duck foie gras, about 1 1/2 pounds, slightly chilled
coarse salt
black pepper, freshly ground
6 slices white bread, cut in rounds
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4 fresh black mission figs, halved
2 shallots, finely chopped
6 tarragon leaves, chopped
1/2 cup port wine
1 orange, juiced, divided
2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 pat butter
pinch sugar
1/2 tsp orange zest, grated
3 heads endive, julienned
1 bunch arugula
1/2 bunch fresh chives, roughly chopped
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Carefully pull apart the 2 lobes of the foie gras with your hands and remove the veins that are lodged between them. Using a sharp knife dipped in boiling water, cut each lobe into 1" medallions, approximately 6 (4 oz) slices. Score the top of each medallion in a diamond pattern and season with salt and pepper. Sear the medallions in a hot, dry pan for 30 seconds per side, seasoned side down first. Remove to a warmed platter lined with paper towels to drain. Lower heat to medium and pour out a bit of the rendered duck fat. Fry the bread rounds until brown, about 2 minutes each side, set aside. Wipe out the pan and coat with olive oil. Brown the figs, cut side down, then add the shallots and tarragon. Cook for 2 minutes. Deglaze the pan with port, juice of 1/2 orange and balsamic vinegar, cook down, about 3 minutes. Finish off the sauce with butter, a pinch of sugar, orange zest, salt and pepper. Combine the endive, arugula and chives together in a small bowl. Toss with remaining orange juice, lemon juice and olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Arrange a handful of salad on each plate and lay the toast on top. Carefully place a foie gras medallion on each toast round. Top with figs, drizzle with port wine sauce. Garnish with chives and serve at once.

Yaphet Ashebir
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I'm not a professional chef, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The foie gras was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Oishi Kobir
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The foie gras was cooked to perfection and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


sheikh Sahib
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of foie gras. But I'm so glad I did! The foie gras was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a special occas


At a rehman Ali ulro
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This recipe is a keeper! The foie gras was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The figs and port wine sauce were the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Tom Jackson
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The foie gras was cooked to perfection and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Angelika Pheiffer
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This recipe was a bit challenging, but it was worth the effort. The foie gras was delicious and the sauce was divine. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a special occasion meal.


Growmore Marketing
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I'm not a professional chef, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The foie gras was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Aaron Pickens
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The foie gras was cooked to perfection and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


obuj manob
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of foie gras. But I'm so glad I did! The foie gras was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a special occas


Miss Teal
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This recipe is a keeper! The foie gras was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The figs and port wine sauce were the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again and again.


SAFRAN VIP
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The foie gras was cooked to perfection and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


MD Adnan Asik
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This dish was a bit challenging to make, but it was worth the effort. The foie gras was delicious and the sauce was divine. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a special occasion meal.


SohailNadan Nadan
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I'm not usually a fan of foie gras, but this recipe changed my mind. The pan-searing gave it a nice crispy crust and the figs and port wine sauce were the perfect accompaniment. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sadam Husen
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This recipe was amazing! The foie gras was cooked perfectly and the combination of figs and port wine sauce was divine. I will definitely be making this again.