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Zarte Ente mit Kartoffeln und Äpfeln ❤️ so einfach - das bekommt jeder hin! Rezept Weihnachtsessen

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German Christmas Dinner

Cultural Context

The German Christmas Dinner, traditionally enjoyed on Christmas Eve, features a roast goose as the centerpiece, symbolizing abundance and celebration. Accompanied by red cabbage and dumplings, this meal reflects regional variations and family traditions across Germany. In modern times, variations include roast duck or vegetarian options, adapting to diverse tastes while preserving the festive spirit.

GermanDEmain
240 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 kg Ente
1 EL Knoblauch-Pulver
1 EL Paprika, edelsüß
1 EL Salz
1 TL Pfeffer
1-2 Äpfel
Paar trockene Aprikosen
Oder getrocknete Pflaumen
2 kg vorw festk Kartoffeln
2 Karotten
1 TL Salz
1 TL Rosmarin
1 TL Oregano
2 TL Paprika, edelsüß
0,5 TL Pfeffer
4 EL Pflanzenöl
1 EL Speisestärke

roast goose

🥗Healthier: roast chicken

💰Cheaper: pork roast

Chicken is lower in fat and more affordable than goose.

red cabbage

🥗Healthier: green cabbage

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Green cabbage is often less expensive and still nutritious.

bread dumplings

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: mashed potatoes

Quinoa offers a gluten-free option while mashed potatoes are cost-effective.

chestnuts

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Walnuts provide a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

1

Backofen vorheizen auf 180 Grad, Ober-und Unterhitze.

2

Die Ente mit Knoblauch-Pulver, Paprika, Salz und Pfeffer würzen.

3

Äpfel, Aprikosen oder Pflaumen, Kartoffeln und Karotten vorbereiten.

4

Die Ente in den Ofen geben und 2,5 Stunden mit Alufolie abdecken.

5

Nach 2,5 Stunden die Alufolie entfernen und weitere 40-50 Minuten braten.

Cooking Techniques

roastingsimmeringmixingboiling

Equipment Needed

Backofen

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

glutennuts

Also Known As

WeihnachtsessenFesttagsbraten
Local Name: Weihnachtsessen

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