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Sorrel, otherwise known as hibiscus, is a flower native to the Caribbean. Its sour flavor is similar to a cranberry & it's used for making tea, sauces, and jams. Due to its high astringent properties, sorrel can help reduce swelling, soothe an upset stomach, and help lower blood pressure.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Kosher Salt
- 4 Cloves
- 1 Cinnamon Stick
- 6 Allspice Berries
- 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 5 Sprigs Fresh Thyme
- 3 cloves Garlic, smashed
- 1 Thumb Ginger, sliced
- 4 Duck Legs
- 3 cups Duck Fat
- 4 Seasoning Peppers
- 1 Scotch Bonnet Pepper
- 3 Sprigs Thyme
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 1/4 cup Dried Sorrel
- 1 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
- 2 Navel Oranges, juiced & zested
- 1/2 teaspoon Fresh Thyme, chopped
- 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
- 1 cup Mixed Greens, washed
- 4 Confit Duck Legs
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1/2 Lemon, juiced
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- 1 recipe Sorrel Sauce
- 1 recipe Balsamic Reduction

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