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Confit Duck Leg Savory Chocolate Mole, Spanish Farro, Cilantro
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Ingredients
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Duck Leg
Chocolate Mole
Spanish Farro
Method
Duck Leg Preparation
Prepare the Duck Legs
Rub the duck legs with salt and let them cure in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
Confit Duck Legs
Preheat the oven to 225°F (107°C). Place the duck legs in a baking dish and cover with duck fat. Add garlic and thyme. Cook in the oven for 2-3 hours until tender.
Mole Sauce Preparation
Prepare the Mole
Remove seeds from the chiles and toast them in a dry skillet until fragrant. Blend toasted chiles with tomato paste, chocolate, chicken broth, cinnamon, cumin, pepper, and sugar until smooth.
Cook the Mole
Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and simmer for 20 minutes until thickened. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Spanish Farro Preparation
Simmer the Farro
Add vegetable broth and salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for about 30 minutes or until farro is tender. Stir in chopped cilantro before serving.
Assembly
Serve the Dish
On a plate, place a portion of Spanish farro, top with a confit duck leg, and drizzle with the chocolate mole sauce.