Save to Pinterest Tender duck confit tucked into warm tortillas, topped with a zesty, sweet-and-spicy mango chutney and fresh garnishes&a refined twist on classic tacos.
Ingredients
- Duck: 2 confit duck legs (about 400 g total) skin removed and meat shredded
- Mango Chutney: 1 large ripe mango peeled and diced 1/2 small red onion finely diced 1 red chili deseeded and finely chopped 2 tbsp brown sugar 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1/4 tsp ground cumin 1/4 tsp salt Zest and juice of 1 lime
- Tacos and Garnishes: 8 small corn or flour tortillas 1 small red onion thinly sliced 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta (optional) 1 lime cut into wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the spicy mango chutney:
- Combine mango red onion chili brown sugar apple cider vinegar ginger cumin salt and lime zest and juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, for 12&ndash15 minutes until thickened and jammy. Set aside to cool.
- Heat the shredded duck confit:
- Heat the shredded duck confit in a skillet over medium heat for 5&ndash7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through and slightly crispy at the edges.
- Warm the tortillas:
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a flame for 10&ndash20 seconds per side.
- Assemble the tacos:
- Divide the hot duck confit among the tortillas. Top each with a spoonful of spicy mango chutney, a few slices of red onion, shredded cabbage, cilantro leaves, and crumbled cheese if using.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
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Save to Pinterest Common Recipe Questions
- → What is the best way to warm the tortillas?
Warm tortillas briefly on a dry skillet or directly over an open flame for 10–20 seconds per side to achieve softness and slight char without drying.
- → Can I prepare the mango chutney in advance?
Yes, the mango chutney can be made up to 3 days ahead and refrigerated to allow flavors to deepen before serving.
- → Are there alternatives to duck confit for this dish?
Shredded rotisserie chicken or jackfruit make good substitutes, offering lighter or vegetarian options with similar texture.
- → How spicy is the mango chutney?
The chutney balances sweetness from mango and sugar with moderate heat from red chili, adjustable by quantity used.
- → What garnishes complement these tacos well?
Fresh red onion slices, shredded cabbage, cilantro leaves, and crumbled queso fresco or feta add crispness and richness to the flavors.