Ingredients
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For the Duck:
- 2 duck breasts (or 4 duck legs for a richer flavor)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Tacos:
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- ½ cup shredded cabbage (red or green)
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
- Lime wedges, for serving
For the Sauce:
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon chipotle powder (or smoked paprika for milder heat)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Duck
- Pat the duck dry with a paper towel to ensure a crisp sear. Score the skin of the duck breasts in a crosshatch pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat.
- In a small bowl, mix the salt, pepper, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and chili powder. Rub this spice mixture evenly over both sides of the duck.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the duck breasts skin-side down and cook for about 6-8 minutes, allowing the fat to render and the skin to become crispy. Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (for medium-rare) or 145°F (for medium).
- Remove the duck from the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly.
Step 2: Prepare the Sauce
- In a small bowl, combine sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, honey, chipotle powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and set aside.
Step 3: Assemble the Tacos
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or over an open flame until soft and slightly charred.
- Layer each tortilla with shredded cabbage, sliced duck, pickled onions, avocado slices, and crumbled queso fresco.
- Drizzle with the prepared sauce and garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced jalapeños.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos per person
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Fat: 26g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g