Jul 14 2026
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Duck Liver Mousse Recipe

Inspired by Perseid
Time4h
Serves4

Pickled Carrot & Cucumber, Kewpie Mayonnaise, Brioche

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Ingredients

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Duck Liver Mousse

Pickled Carrot & Cucumber

Kewpie Mayonnaise

Brioche

Method

Duck Liver Mousse

  1. 1

    Prepare the Duck Liver

    Clean the duck liver by removing any veins and impurities. Rinse under cold water and pat dry.

  2. 2

    Sauté Shallots and Garlic

    In a skillet, melt 50g of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add finely chopped shallots and minced garlic, sauté until soft and translucent.

  3. 3

    Cook Duck Liver

    Add the cleaned duck liver to the skillet and cook for about 3-5 minutes until browned but slightly pink in the center. Carefully pour in the cognac or brandy and flambé (optional). Allow to cool slightly.

  4. 4

    Blend Mousse Mixture

    Transfer the liver mixture to a food processor. Add the remaining butter, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and thyme. Blend until smooth and creamy.

  5. 5

    Chill Mousse

    Transfer the mousse to a container, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm.

Pickled Carrot & Cucumber

  1. 6

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Julienne the carrots and cucumber into thin strips.

  2. 7

    Make Pickling Liquid

    In a saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Bring to a simmer until sugar dissolves.

  3. 8

    Pickle the Vegetables

    Place the julienned carrots and cucumbers in a jar. Pour the hot pickling liquid over the vegetables. Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Kewpie Mayonnaise

  1. 9

    Serve Kewpie Mayonnaise

    Simply place the Kewpie mayonnaise in a small serving bowl for dipping.

Brioche

  1. 10

    Prepare Brioche

    Slice the brioche loaf into thick slices. Toast lightly if desired.

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