How To Cook Duck Stew - Ugandan Food - Mom's Village Kitchen

duck

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken and pork are more accessible and lower in fat.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats, while canola is often less expensive.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Incorporate chopped carrots and bell peppers; stir well.

Add duck pieces and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and add diced potatoes, coriander, thyme, and bay leaves.

Cover and simmer for 45 minutes, or until duck is tender.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Serve hot with rice or bread.

Cooking Techniques

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