Vegetarian Duck Confit

Experience the rich, indulgent flavors of a classic French delicacy reimagined with this Vegetarian Duck Confit recipe. Crafted with tender seitan as the star ingredient, this plant-based interpretation is slow-cooked in a luscious bath of olive oil infused with garlic, fresh thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, and black peppercorns for maximum depth of flavor. Enhanced with smoky and savory notes from soy sauce and liquid smoke, this vegan-friendly dish delivers a gourmet experience without compromising on taste. Perfect for special occasions or an elegant dinner, this recipe pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a crisp salad. With its minimal hands-on preparation and impressive results, this Vegetarian Duck Confit makes eating sustainably both delicious and satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams seitan
• 240 ml olive oil
• 6 whole garlic cloves
• 6 sprigs fresh thyme
• 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 3 leaves bay leaves
• 10 pieces black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Cut the seitan into thick slices, approximating the size of a duck leg.

Step 3

In a large ovenproof skillet or casserole dish, add the olive oil and heat gently over medium heat until warm.

Step 4

Add the garlic cloves, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, and black peppercorns to the warm oil, sauté them gently for 3-4 minutes to infuse the oil with flavors.

Step 5

Stir in the onion powder, soy sauce, and liquid smoke, mixing well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 6

Gently place the seitan pieces in the infused oil mixture, ensuring they are well submerged.

Step 7

Sprinkle salt and ground black pepper evenly over the seitan pieces.

Step 8

Cover the skillet or casserole dish with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer to the preheated oven.

Step 9

Bake for 90 minutes to 2 hours, or until the seitan is tender and has absorbed the flavors.

Step 10

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven. Allow the seitan confit to rest in the oil for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Before serving, you may choose to crisp the edges by placing the pieces under a broiler for a few minutes.

Step 12

Serve the vegetarian duck confit with your choice of side, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(807.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2758.4

Total Fat 230.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3600.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.5g	0%
Total Sugars 0.5g
Protein 131.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 381.5mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 546.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.9%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 6.2%