A nutrient-rich Slow-Cooked Duck Legs with Herring recipe perfect for the carnivore diet. High in protein and healthy animal fats.
Introduction
What makes this Slow-Cooked Duck Legs with Herring truly special? Duck Legs are perfect for slow cooking methods, becoming tender and flavorful, while the Slow-Cooked cooking method transforms even tough cuts into tender, flavorful dishes by breaking down collagen over many hours. The simplicity of this recipe allows the natural flavors of the Duck Legs to truly shine. Whether you’re new to the carnivore diet or a seasoned pro, this recipe demonstrates how satisfying animal-based eating can be.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 13 minutes
- Cook Time: 457 minutes
- Total Time: 470 minutes
- Servings: 3
- Difficulty: Intermediate
Ingredients
- 18 oz Duck Legs
- 7 oz Herring
- 1 tbsp Duck Fat
- 1 tsp Rosemary
Instructions
- Take Duck Legs out of the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature (about 30 minutes).
- Season Duck Legs generously with Rosemary.
- Add Duck Legs to a slow cooker.
- Add enough water or bone broth to partially cover the meat.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours until the meat is tender and falls apart easily.
- Cook Herring separately using the same method, or add it during the last 10 minutes of cooking time.
- Let the meat rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot, optionally with additional Duck Fat on top.
Nutrition Information
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 49g
- Fat: 36g
- Carbs: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Cholesterol: 163mg
- Sodium: 462mg