Duck Liver and Lentil Ragù
Background
Duck liver works particularly well in ragù-style sauces, adding depth and richness without needing long cooking. This duck liver and lentil ragù is a balanced, nourishing dish that comes together fairly quickly, making it suitable for a midweek supper or a relaxed weekend meal. The lentils keep it hearty and filling, while the liver adds protein and a savoury edge. Serve it with rice, pasta, gnocchi, buckwheat, or grains, alongside a crisp green salad to keep things light.
Ingredients
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 celery stick, finely chopped
- 1 carrot, finely chopped
- ½ red pepper, finely chopped
- 1 Tbsp oil
- 1 Tbsp tomato purée
- 1 tsp dried oregano or mixed Italian herbs
- 1 tin chopped tomatoes
- 1 tin lentils, drained and rinsed
- 1 chicken stock cube
- 300g duck liver
- 1 large handful kale or cavolo nero, chopped
- Fresh parsley, to serve
Instructions
- Finely chop the onion, celery, carrot, red pepper, and garlic.
- Heat the oil in a large casserole dish or deep pan over medium heat. Gently sauté the vegetables until softened.
- Add the tomato purée and dried herbs and cook for about 1 minute, stirring.
- Pour in the tinned tomatoes along with one tin of water. Add the stock cube and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
- Add the drained lentils and chopped kale or cavolo nero. Bring back to the boil, then cover and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Cut the duck liver into bite-sized pieces and add them to the pan.
- Cover and cook for 3–5 minutes, until the liver is just cooked through. Avoid overcooking, as it will become tough.
- Remove from the heat and serve warm, scattered with fresh parsley.
Categories
- Meal Type: - Everyday - Lunch - Quick & Easy - Stews - Supper
- Cuisines: - Mid&East European
- Ingredients: - Duck & Goose - Lentils
- Health and Diet: - Combination - Dairy Free - Egg Free - Gluten Free - Healthy - High Fibre - Low Carb - Nut Free
- Skill Levels: - Easy
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