As winter graces Bangladeshi landscapes, the culinary tapestry unfolds with the seasonal bounty of duck recipes. A tradition deeply rooted, the demand for duck meat peaks during this time, aligning with increased production.  Beyond the practical, there is a culinary secret – the meat quality reaches its zenith in winter. So, while chicken and beef are the most popular in other seasons, in winter, duck is the most hyped. Health Benefits of Duck Meat High Protein Content Duck meat boasts a high protein content, crucial for muscle development and repair. Incorporating it into winter meals ensures fueling the body with the building blocks it needs. Rich in Iron Iron plays a vital role in oxygen transport within the body. Duck meat is rich in iron. It becomes a valuable addition, especially during the winter when our bodies crave increased energy levels. Abundant in Zinc Zinc is an excellent mineral to support the immune system. By indulging in duck dishes, you are not only treating your taste buds but also giving your immune system a boost. Read more: Popular Winter Breakfasts in Bangladesh 7 Tasty Duck Recipes to Try at Home Kerala Duck Curry  Ingredients 2 tablespoons coconut oil, 6 garlic cloves (crushed), 1 ½ inch fresh ginger (crushed), 4 green chillies (slit), 3 large onions (sliced), 2 sprigs of curry leaves, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 2 tablespoon coriander powder, 2 tablespoon garam masala, 1 teaspoon red chilli powder, 1 tablespoon chicken masala, 1 kg duck (cut into medium-sized pieces), 1 tablespoon lightly crushed black pepper, 1/2 cup thick coconut milk (coconut cream), water, and salt to taste. Instructions First, heat oil in a big frying pan over medium heat. Sauté garlic, ginger, and green chillies for a delightful minute. Then add onions and a sprig of curry leaves, sautéing for 3-4 minutes. After that add turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala, red chilli powder, and chicken masala, stirring the spices for another minute.  Next, add duck, fry for 3-4 minutes, then cover with water, add curry leaves, and season with salt. Cook covered for 45 minutes or use a pressure cooker for 4-5 whistles. Finish by stirring in thick coconut milk, and black pepper, and heating through. Relish the rich, spiced symphony of flavours! Read more: 10 Bangladeshi Winter Street Foods: Taste Meets Tradition Honey & Soy Duck Salad Ingredients 2 duck breasts (skin on), 100g bag salad, 250g cherry tomato (halved), a bunch of spring onion (sliced diagonally),  For dressing: 1 garlic clove (grated), 1 teaspoon fresh grated root ginger, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and 3 tablespoons honey. Instructions First, preheat the oven to 180°C. Score the duck breast skin and season generously. In a hot non-stick frying pan, sear the duck, skin-side down, for 4 minutes until crisp. Flip and brown the underside, then transfer to a baking tray.  Then, combine the dressing ingredients. Spoon the majority over the duck, reserving 2 tablespoons. Roast for 10 minutes for a pink finish. Rest for 4 minutes, then slice into strips. Toss the salad, tomatoes, spring onions, and duck slices, and drizzle with the remaining dressing. A succulent delight awaits! Read more: 5 Tasty Savoury Winter Pitha Recipes for Bangladeshi Kitchen Duck Biryani  Ingredients 4 duck legs, 3 cups duck stock, 2 tablespoons duck fat, 1⁄2 cup tikka masala curry paste, 2 onions (sliced), 300g basmati rice (rinsed under cold water), 1⁄3 cup sultanas, 2 tablespoons flaked almonds (toasted), and 1⁄2 cup fresh coriander leaves. Instructions First, in a saucepan, melt the duck fat over medium heat, adding and browning the roast duck legs. Set aside. Then add onions and curry paste, stirring for 5 minutes until the onions are soft and the curry paste releases its fragrance.  Next, add rice, and sultanas. After that add the duck legs to the pan, pour in the stock, cover, and bring to a boil. Simmer on low for 10 minutes until the rice is tender. Stand for 5 minutes, then serve, garnished with almonds and coriander. Enjoy this flavourful creation! Read more: 5 Tasty Sushi Recipes for Bangladeshi Kitchen

Drumstick is one of the yummiest snacks loved by children, teenagers and adults. Drumstick is a healthy and nutritious snack. The savoury of chicken or duck drumsticks not only cherishes souls but also fulfils appetite. Besides ordering from restaurants, drumsticks can be prepared at home too. Let’s find out 5 delicious drumstick recipes for home kitchens.   Food value of the Drumsticks Drumsticks are enriched with various nutrients including vitamins A, B, C and K and minerals such as calcium, magnesium and iron. You will also get dietary fibre and protein from drumsticks. From 3-ounce duck drumsticks, you will get 0g carbs, 4.8g fat, 20.6g protein, and 132 calories and 100 g chicken drumsticks contain 155 calories, 24.2 g of protein, and 5.7 g of fat.  5 Mouth-watering Drumstick Recipes  Spicy Chicken Drumstick Recipe Ingredients 8 medium chicken drumsticks, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons chilli powder, ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional garnishes: 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, Pinch red pepper flakes. Read More: Shahi Tukda Recipes for People Who Love Desserts Instructions First, prepare the to 400 degrees F. Meanwhile, dry the drumsticks with paper towels. Then arrange the drumsticks in a single layer on the baking sheet. Now take a bowl to prepare the rub and mix well the olive oil, salt, chilli powder and cayenne pepper. Make a paste. Then coat the drumsticks nicely with this paste.  Bake the drumsticks as long as the internal temperature should reach 165ºF and the juices run clear. Cover them with foil if required seems them to be darkening too fast on top. Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes and serve.  Read More: 5 Delightful Tartare Recipes to Add to Your Repertoire Spicy Baked Yoghurt Chicken Drumstick Recipe  Ingredients 5 tbsp yoghurt, 1½ tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tsp chilli powder, 1 heaped tsp paprika, ½ tsp garam masala, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1½ tsp ground coriander, juice of ½ lemon, ½ tsp salt, 2 tbsp rice bran or vegetable oil, 10 chicken drumsticks, 2 tbsp oil lemon juice, yoghurt (to serve) 

As the winter approaches, Bengali kitchens are preparing many winter-special cuisines. Many of us, love to try duck recipes in the season. Besides, various health benefits, duck recipes are mouthwatering for people of all ages. Let’s take a look at 5 delicious Duck recipes to try at home. Health Benefits of Duck Meat Duck meat is a great source of protein that keeps you healthy by building and repairing your muscles, skin, and blood. Duck meat is also an excellent source of iron and you can get 50% of the iron you need in a day. Iron helps make your blood healthy flow through your body and gives you energy and makes us grow. You will get calories 119g of, fat 2g of, sodium 89 mg of, carbohydrates 0g of, fiber 0g of, sugars 0g of, protein 23.5 g of, iron 3.8 g and selenium 24.6mcg from 85 g of roasted skinless duck.  Read More: 5 Yummy Winter Pitha Recipes for Diabetics 5 Delectable Duck Recipes for This Winter Duck Curry with Coconut Milk Recipe Ingredients 1 whole duck (cut into medium pieces), 2 cup coconut milk, ½ cup onion paste, ¼ cup ginger paste, 1 tbsp garlic paste, ½ cup oil, 1 tbsp red chili powder, 1 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp roasted cumin powder, 1 tsp coriander and cumin powder each, ½ tsp garam masala powder, 2 bay leaves, ½ cup fried onion (best), 4 green chilies, Salt to taste Method First, clean the duck well. Put a pan on the stove and pour oil into the pan. Then add onion paste, ginger-garlic paste, cumin and garam masala powder, and salt. Stir frequently. Add a little water if necessary. Cook for 2 minutes or as long as the oil separates from the spices.  Now add the duck pieces into the pan and mix well. Stir frequently and cook on high heat adding 1 cup of water.  Cook as long as the oil separates from the meat. Then add the coconut milk slowly. After that cover the pan and cook on low heat until the meal becomes soft and tender.  Read More: Top 10 Most Expensive Foods in the World Finally, add fried onion, garam masala powder, roasted cumin powder, and green chilies. Cover and rest on low heat for 10 minutes before serving.  Crispy Duck Skin Fry Recipe Ingredients 500g duck skin (cut into ¼ inch strips), oil for frying, 1 egg, 2 tbsp barbecue sauce, 1 cup milk, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tsp ground black pepper, Salt to taste Method First, boil the duck skin in a large pot with a lot of water. Cook the skin as long as it becomes tender. Then void and rinse well with cold water. Make sure you remove the access water from the skin. Heat oil in a pan. Take a bowl and mix together egg, barbecue sauce, and milk well. Read More: 5 Bonfire Night Recipes to Try this Winter Add flour and mix well so that there remain no lambs, and season with garlic powder, pepper, and salt. Dip each piece of duck skin into the egg batter, and fry in the deep oil. Fry the duck skin to make them golden brown. Drain the extra oil with a paper towel.  Garlic Duck Curry Ingredients 1 whole duck (cut into small pieces), 10 cloves of garlic, ½ tsp garlic paste, 1 tbsp ginger paste, ½ cup onion slice, ½ tsp cumin powder, 2 tsp red chili powder, 1 tsp turmeric powder, 2 bay leaves, ½ tsp garam masala powder, ½ cup oil, Salt to taste Method First, clean the duck and cut it with the skin on. Take a bowl and mix well the duck with all ingredients except onion slice, garlic cloves, and oil. Keep aside the mixed duck and put it at rest. Put oil into a pan and heat the oil. Add bay leaves to the oil. Read More: 5 Delicious Winter Picnic Recipes When they start to sizzle, put sliced onions and fry until the onions become golden brown. Now it is time to add marinated duck. After adding the duck cook on high heat for 3 to 4 minutes. Add water and cover the pan. Cook as long as the meat becomes tender. Finally, add the garlic clove to it and cook it on low heat for 5 to 6 minutes. You can serve it with rice, polao, or roti your choice.  Whole Duck Roast Ingredients 1 whole duck, one tbsp ginger paste, 1 tsp garlic paste, one tbsp red chili powder, ½ tsp turmeric powder, half tsp black pepper powder, ½ tsp garam masala powder, 1 tbsp soy sauce, one tbsp tomato sauce, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp oil, Sugar to taste, Salt to taste. Read More: 5 Winter Vegetable Curry Recipes for Children Method First, clean the whole duck properly, and cut the belly only to remove the extra things from its belly. Pierce the duck with a fork. Mix all the ingredients with the whole duck and marinade for about 4-6 hours. When marination is done, bake the marinated duck in a preheated oven at 160 degrees Celsius for 20 to 22 minutes. After 20 minutes, remove the duck from the oven to turn it over, and bake the duck for another 20 minutes. Finally, when it is ready, serve it with nuns or rice.  Duck Biriyani Recipe Ingredients 500g of leftover duck meat, 300g of basmati rice,  75g of butter, 1 large onion, finely sliced, 3 garlic cloves, crushed, 1 bay leaf, 5 cardamom pods, Cinnamon stick, 4 tbsp of balti curry paste, 85g raisins, 850ml chicken stock. Read More: 5 Simple One-Skillet Dinner Recipes for Busy Bachelors Method First, wash and clean the rice in cold water. Take a deep pot and put it on the stove. Pour butter into the pot and mildly fry the onions, garlic, bay leaf, cardamom, and cinnamon. Fry them until the onion begins to soften and become golden brown in color. Add rice, the leftover duck, raisins, curry paste, and stock. Boil the mixture before lowering the heat. Cook for 5 minutes. Then remove it from the heat and put it to rest for 10 minutes. After 10 to 12 minutes fluff up the rice with a fork well. Finally, it is ready to serve.  Bottom Line so far, we have shared 5 winter-special delightful Duck recipes. You can try these recipes at home. However, the taste, flavor, and color of the foods depend on the style, process, and efficiency of cooking. You can customize these recipes depending on the unique preferences of you and your family members. Read More: 10 Delicious Chicken Snacks Recipes to Try at Home for Children, Adults