Transport Your Taste Buds With Duck Tacos (NAPSA)—Some maybesurprised to learn that duck and Mexican-style dishes pair well together. In fact, both domestic and wild duck have been used in Mexicancuisine for centuries. Here’s an easy, delicious dinner idea from chef Sara Moulton that uses duck as the key ingredient in tacos. This updated take on tacos can make family taco night more fun and flavorful with shredded duck meat, making it an easy way to enjoy the luxurious taste of duck any night of the week. Duck Tacos recipe by Celebrity ChefSara Moulton Serves 6 For the Spice Blend: % teaspoon garlic powder % teaspoon onion powder % teaspoon oregano, crumbled % teaspoon chili powder % teaspoonsalt % teaspoon cayenne Forthe Filling & Toppings: 1 Maple Leaf Farms Roast Half Duck, thawed 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 3 tablespoons water 12 ready-to-eat regular-size taco shells, warmed according to package directions 1 16-ounce can refried beans (or make your own) Shredded iceberg lettuce or finely shredded cabbage Chopped tomatoes This updated take on tacos uses shredded duck to make family taco night more fun and flavorful. andstir to combine. Stir in the water and cook, covered, for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Dividethefilling amongthe taco shells. Add refried beans if you like. Top with the lettuce and tomatoes, and sprinkle with cheese. Spoon on the salsa and sour cream,if desired. Serve immediately. Note: In a pinch, substitute about 1 tablespoon of your favorite packaged chicken taco seasoning mix for the spice blend. Why Duck? Farm-raised White Pekin duck has a mild flavor that adapts to a variety of cuisines and is a delicious alternative to beef and chicken. Aside from the great taste, fully cooked duck products like roast half duck from Maple Leaf Farms save time in the kitchen. It’s already perfectly roasted, so if you're shy about cooking duck, precooked duck products are the way to go. To taste, shredded “Tt’s tasty and it’s good to go. If you don’t want to eat it heated, straight up, you can shred it and use it in any numberof recipes— Light sour cream says celebrity chef Sara Moulton, host of “Sara’s Weeknight Meals,” which is sponsored by Maple Leaf cheddar cheese or Mexican cheese blend Prepared salsa (optional) Make the spice blend: Add the ingredients to a bowl andstir well to combine. Makethefillings and toppings: Shred enough duck meatto yield 2% cups. Heat the oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the duck and spice blend sandwiches, soups, salads, etc.,” Farms. Where To GetIt You may find fully cooked roast half duck in the meat case of gourmet grocery stores andretailers and online at www.mapleleaf farms.com/roasthalfduck. Learn More For additional information, call (800) 348-2812.
