French Food: 10 Traditional Dishes You Must Try

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5Duck Confit (Confit de Canard)

Confit de Canard is a luxurious French dish where duck legs are slowly cooked in their own fat until the meat is tender and the skin is crispy.

This method, which originated as a way to preserve meat, gives the duck an incredibly rich flavor. It’s often served with potatoes cooked in duck fat and a side of fresh greens.

Best Paired With: A bold red wine, like a Madiran or a Merlot, to enhance the richness of the duck.