POTATO PANCAKES WITH CONFIT DUCK AND RED-CABBAGE BEET SLAW

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Categories     Duck     Potato     Vegetable     Fry     Beet     Fall     Winter     Cabbage     Gourmet

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 lb red cabbage (1/2 head), cored and cut into 2-inch chunks
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 (16-oz) jar pickled beets
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 (6-oz) confit duck leg*
1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 russet (baking) potatoes (about 1 lb total)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup fine dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying
Garnish: chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Make slaw:
  • Pulse cabbage, in batches if necessary, in a food processor until finely chopped, then transfer to a bowl and add 3/4 teaspoon salt and liquid from pickled beets. Finely chop beets (with a knife) and stir into cabbage mixture along with vinegar. Let stand, stirring occasionally, 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
  • Make pancakes while slaw stands:
  • Remove skin and fat from duck leg and finely chop them (reserve meat), then cook in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until fat is rendered and skin is golden and crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer duck skin with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain, reserving fat in skillet. Meanwhile, remove duck meat from bone, discarding bone, and cut into 1/4-inch dice. Add onion to skillet and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until browned, 7 to 9 minutes. Combine onion, duck meat, and reserved skin in a large bowl.
  • Peel potatoes and shred using large holes of a box grater. Squeeze potatoes by handfuls to eliminate excess moisture, then add to duck mixture along with egg, pepper, and remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt, stirring until combined.
  • Spread 1/2 cup bread crumbs on a sheet of wax paper. Using a scant 1/4 cup potato mixture for each pancake, make 12 mounds on crumbs. Coat mounds with remaining 1/2 cup crumbs and flatten into 3-inch patties.
  • Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking. Using a slotted spatula, gently shake off excess crumbs from each potato pancake, then fry in 2 batches, turning over once, until golden, about 6 minutes per batch. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Serve immediately, with slaw.

Mohammed maseeh murshid
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my potato pancakes turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked them. The duck was also a bit tough.


Ms Puljuri
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Overall, I think this recipe has potential, but it needs some tweaking. I would recommend making some adjustments to the seasoning and cooking times.


Michelo Matongo
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The slaw was a bit too vinegary for my taste. I think I would have preferred it if it was made with a different dressing.


Thi Quan
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The duck was a bit overcooked. I think it would have been better if it was cooked for a shorter amount of time.


Saad Rehman
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The potato pancakes were a bit bland. I think they could have used more seasoning.


Tanya and james Churchill
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These potato pancakes were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I would have preferred them if they were baked instead of fried.


olaniyi michae
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of potato pancakes, duck, and slaw, but it turned out to be delicious! The flavors were surprisingly complementary and the textures were perfect.


WaliullaH Dinajpur
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These potato pancakes were easy to make and turned out great! I used leftover duck from a previous meal and it worked perfectly. The slaw was also a nice touch.


Nacho_comedian
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I've never had potato pancakes before, but these were amazing! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.


Mdhelal Uddin
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These potato pancakes were delicious! I made them for my family and they loved them. The duck was perfectly cooked and the slaw was a great addition.


Sami falak
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I love this recipe! The potato pancakes are crispy and flavorful, the duck is tender and juicy, and the slaw is refreshing and tangy. It's a perfect dish for a special occasion.


Latoya Williams
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These potato pancakes were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. The flavors were amazing and the presentation was beautiful. I would definitely make them again for a special occasion.


Mr MAFIA
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I've made these potato pancakes several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're easy to make and so delicious. I love the way the crispy potatoes pair with the rich duck and the tangy slaw.


Queen Cline
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These potato pancakes were a hit at my dinner party! The combination of crispy potatoes, tender duck, and tangy slaw was perfect. I especially loved the addition of the red cabbage and beets to the slaw - it gave it a beautiful color and a nice crunc