Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsFranklin CafeDuck Confit Quesadilla Recipe

Duck Confit Quesadilla Recipe

Inspired by Franklin Cafe
Time3h
Serves4

beet-plum pachadi, tamarind glaze, citrus crema

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Ingredients

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Duck Confit

Tamarind Glaze

Citrus Crema

Method

Duck Confit Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Duck

    In a large pot, combine duck legs, salt, black pepper, thyme, garlic, and enough duck fat to fully submerge the legs. Heat over low heat until the fat is melted.

  2. 2

    Cook the Duck

    Cover and cook on very low heat for 2-3 hours until the duck is tender and falling off the bone. Allow to cool in the fat, then remove the duck and shred the meat.

Beet-Plum Pachadi Preparation

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine roasted beets, diced plum, grated ginger, minced green chili, lemon juice, and salt. Mix well and set aside.

Tamarind Glaze Preparation

  1. 4

    Make the Glaze

    In a small saucepan, combine tamarind paste, brown sugar, water, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until thickened, about 10 minutes. Set aside.

Citrus Crema Preparation

  1. 5

    Mix the Crema

    In a bowl, combine sour cream, lime juice, orange zest, and salt to taste. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Quesadilla Assembly

  1. 6

    Assemble the Quesadilla

    On half of each tortilla, layer shredded duck meat, beet-plum pachadi, and shredded cheese. Fold the tortilla over to close.

  2. 7

    Cook the Quesadilla

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the quesadillas until golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and keep warm.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve with Sauces

    Slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve with tamarind glaze and citrus crema drizzled on top or on the side.

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