Duck Curry

Duck Curry

Duck Curry

Duck pieces cooked in a rich, spiced coconut milk gravy with roasted coconut and whole black pepper. Darker and more intense than the chicken equivalent, duck curry is a prized dish at Kerala-Christian harvest and festival tables.

Cuisines

Travancore Kerala Kerala Christian Malabar

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 45 min Total: 65 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

500 grams duck, cleaned and cut into pieces
2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
10 curry leaves
2 green chilies, slit
1 cup onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
2 tablespoons coriander powder
1 tablespoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 cup coconut milk
1 cup water
salt to taste
1 tomato, chopped
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 tablespoon black pepper, freshly ground

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat coconut oil in a heavy-bottomed pan and add mustard seeds.
  2. 2 Once the mustard seeds splutter, add curry leaves and green chilies.
  3. 3 Add the sliced onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
  4. 4 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears.
  5. 5 Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder. Mix well.
  6. 6 Add the duck pieces and sauté for 5-6 minutes until they are well coated with the spices.
  7. 7 Pour in the coconut milk and water. Add salt to taste and bring to a boil.
  8. 8 Reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes or until the duck is tender.
  9. 9 Add the chopped tomato, vinegar, and garam masala. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes.
  10. 10 Finish with freshly ground black pepper and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  11. 11 Serve hot with steamed rice or appam.

Tips

For an authentic taste, use fresh coconut milk and adjust the spice levels to your preference.