Duck Heart, 250g

Duck Heart 250g is 250g of duck hearts – small, richly flavoured morsels with a dense, lean texture and a distinctive duck character. Duck hearts have a depth of flavour well beyond their small size. As a result, they suit quick preparations over very high heat where the exterior caramelises while the interior remains just cooked. Furthermore, threaded onto skewers with herbs and spices, duck hearts make a remarkable barbecue preparation. In particular, duck hearts are popular in South American cooking where they appear on the grill alongside chimichurri.

About Duck Heart 250g

We source our offal and speciality cuts from the same small farms and carefully selected suppliers that provide our prime cuts. In particular, quality matters as much for offal as for any other part of the animal. As a result, the freshness, sourcing and handling of these ingredients makes a significant difference to the finished dish. Furthermore, offal from well-raised animals on a natural diet has a cleaner, more delicate flavour than that from intensively reared alternatives. However, offal is among the most perishable of all fresh ingredients. In particular, freshness is the single most important quality indicator for liver, kidney and heart. Additionally, using the whole animal is both ethical and gastronomically rewarding. That commitment to whole-animal cooking drives every sourcing decision we make. That is why this product from The Artisan Food Company consistently impresses even the most discerning cooks.

Why Choose Duck Heart 250g From Us

Cooking offal and speciality cuts rewards those willing to learn a few key techniques. In contrast to prime cuts, offal requires a more specific approach but almost always rewards simplicity. As a result, the finest offal preparations are often the quickest. Furthermore, liver, kidney and heart all suit high heat and brief cooking. However, overcooking is the single most common mistake with all offal. In particular, liver and kidney should be pink at the centre when served. Moreover, tongue, brain and sweetbreads need longer, gentler preparation before their final cooking. Additionally, bones and suet are the foundations of the most profound stocks and pastries available to any cook. That breadth of application is what makes this category so rewarding for the curious cook.

How to Cook Duck Heart 250g

To get the very best from it:

• Trim the top of each heart and pat dry before cooking.
• Thread onto skewers and grill over a very hot barbecue for 2 to 3 minutes, turning once.
• Furthermore, duck hearts suit searing in a very hot pan with butter and fresh thyme for 2 minutes.
• Additionally, use in a duck offal preparation alongside the liver for a classic bistro starter.

Perfect Pairings

This product pairs beautifully with:

• Chimichurri or a herb and chilli oil for barbecue preparations
• Good butter and fresh thyme for a simple pan preparation
• Duck liver alongside in a classic bistro offal preparation
• A glass of Malbec, Carmenere or a Pinot Noir alongside

Storage: Keep refrigerated and use within 2 days of delivery. Offal is highly perishable – freshness is essential for the finest flavour. Furthermore, it can be frozen on the day of delivery for up to 3 months. However, defrost slowly in the fridge overnight before use. Delivered fresh and ready to prepare.

However you cook it, Duck Heart 250g brings a depth and character that rewards adventurous cooking and a respect for the whole animal. Moreover, the finest cooking has always celebrated these ingredients.