Tacos de Pato
Tacos de Pato are a special Mexican taco that combines the rich flavor of duck meat with sweet and sour orange juice and spicy seasonings. Duck is a premium ingredient often used for festive dishes, but in this recipe, it can be prepared quickly and easily. The freshness of lime and cilantro perfectly balances the juiciness of the duck and the intense flavor of the marinade. If you are looking for an elegant but easy-to-make Mexican dish, this taco is the perfect choice!
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Ingredients for this recipe
Servings: 5
500
g
Duck Breast
100
ml
Orange Juice
1
tbsp
Honey
50
ml
Soy Sauce
1
Onion
2
cloves
Garlic
1
Red Chili Pepper
1
packet
Fresh Cilantro
2
Lime
2
tbsp
Olive Oil
1
tsp
Ground Cumin
1
tsp
Smoked Paprika
1
tsp
Salt
1
tsp
Black Pepper
10
Corn Tortillas
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Preparation Steps
1
In a bowl, combine the orange juice, honey, soy sauce, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
2
Rub the duck breast with the marinade and let it sit for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
3
In a hot skillet, sear the duck breast skin-side down for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
4
Remove the duck breast from the skillet, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice it into thin strips.
5
Chop the onion, chili pepper, and cilantro, then slice the limes.
6
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a flame until lightly charred.
7
Fill the tortillas with the sliced duck, then sprinkle with fresh cilantro and chopped onion.
8
Before serving, squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos to enhance the flavors.
