Duck confit—or in this case goose confit—is one of the oldest preservation methods in European rural cuisine, developed long before freezers existed. Storing meat submerged in its own fat allowed families to enjoy rich, flavorful protein throughout the winter months. Slow cooking, natural aromas, and time turn simple ingredients into a deeply comforting and historic dish. Let’s see how to make it
Traditional
Winter
Rustic
Traditional Goose Confit
Goose confit is an ancient meat preservation technique where the meat is slowly cooked and stored under its own rendered fat. A rich, rustic preparation deeply rooted in winter farmhouse cuisine.
Ingredients
- Whole goose 1
- Onion 1
- Bay leaves 3
- Cloves 4
- Salt to taste
Tools
- Tall pot
- Non-stick pan
- Glass jars
- Strainer
- Potato masher
Instructions
- Skin the goose and carefully separate fat and skin from the meat.
- Cut fat and skin into small pieces and place them in a tall pot with the onion studded with cloves, bay leaves and a pinch of salt.
- Cook over very low heat for 3–4 hours until the fat is fully rendered.
- Meanwhile, bone the goose and cut the meat into small steaks.
- Cook the meat in a non-stick pan without added fat, seasoning lightly with salt.
- Place the cooked meat into sterilized glass jars and completely cover with the hot strained fat.
- Let cool, seal the jars and store in a cool, dark place.
Nutritional values (per serving)
Calories
520 kcal
520 kcal
Fat
45 g
45 g
Carbohydrates
0 g
0 g
Protein
28 g
28 g
Sugar
0 g
0 g
Fiber
0 g
0 g
Sodium
380 mg
380 mg
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