Duck Mince Parmentier (French Cottage Pie)
Duck Parmentier layers seasoned duck mince under a smooth mashed potato topping, baked until golden — a French take on the cottage pie format. Rich duck fat in the meat base gives the dish deep savory flavor that sets it apart from beef versions. It comes together in roughly 30 minutes for a warming, no-fuss dinner.
Equipment
- 1 Medium saucepan
- 1 Frying pan
- 1 ovenproof dish
- 1 potato masher
- 1 Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground duck freshly ground, if possible
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence dried
- 1 cup chicken stock low sodium
- 4 cups mashed potatoes prepared in advance, creamy style
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 pinch Salt to taste
- 1 pinch Ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the minced garlic, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground duck to the pan, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Mix in the tomato paste and herbes de Provence, stirring to combine. Pour in the chicken stock and let it simmer for about 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Preheat your oven broiler to high.
- Spoon the duck mixture into an ovenproof dish and spread the prepared mashed potatoes evenly over the top. Smooth the surface with a spatula and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Place the dish under the broiler for about 4-5 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- To enhance the flavor, consider adding a splash of red wine to the duck mixture before simmering.
- For a vegetarian twist, substitute ground duck with lentils or mushrooms.
- If pressed for time, instant mashed potatoes can be a quick alternative.
Nutrition
Calories: 828kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 25gFat: 56gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 28gCholesterol: 96mgSodium: 495mgPotassium: 1115mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 429IUVitamin C: 57mgCalcium: 198mgIron: 4mg
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