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Rich and Luxurious Duck Fesenjan – Persian Duck Stew

Shruthi
Duck Fesenjan is a traditional Persian stew made with duck and walnut sauce.The sauce is flavored with pomegranate.It has a sweet and sour taste.The dish is slow cooked.It is rich and hearty.Usually served with rice.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Persian
Calories 700 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole duck (cut into pieces)
  • 2 cups ground walnuts
  • 2 cups pomegranate juice
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 3 tbsp pomegranate molasses
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a pot Brown duck pieces Remove and set aside.
  • Cook chopped onion until soft Add turmeric Stir well.
  • Add ground walnuts Add pomegranate juice Stir and simmer.
  • Add duck to sauce Add pomegranate molasses Simmer 1.5–2 hours.
  • Serve hot with rice Garnish with pomegranate.

Notes

  • Slow cooking improves flavour.
  • Use fresh walnuts.
  • Stir occasionally.
  • Thick sauce is ideal.
  • Adjust sweetness.
  • Remove excess fat.
  • Use quality duck.
  • Serve warm.
Keyword , festive main dish, Crispy Duck Recipe, Duck Fesenjan, Persian Stew, Pomegranate Sauce, Walnut Sauce