Recipe Information

• Servings: 4
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes
• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• Main Ingredients:
  • 2 confit duck legs
  • 16 sheets of brick pastry
  • 8 button mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 2 shallots, minced
  • 3 sprigs of coriander, chopped
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce (nuoc-mam)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • The juice of half a lime
  • 1 teaspoon chili sauce (e.g., Sriracha)
  • 1 pinch of sugar
  • Neutral cooking oil and/or sesame oil

Instructions

1. Prepare the Sauce:
   • Mix the soy sauce, fish sauce, chopped herbs, minced garlic, lime juice, one teaspoon of oil, and a pinch of sugar in a bowl.
2. Prepare the Spring Rolls:
   • Finely chop the shallots and cube the mushrooms into very small pieces.
   • In a skillet over low heat, brown the confit duck legs. Remove excess fat, then shred the duck meat off the bone and set it aside.
   • In the same skillet, sauté the minced shallots with the mushrooms until golden.
   • Add the shredded duck meat to the shallots and mushrooms, along with one tablespoon of soy sauce and the sliced green onions. Mix well.
   • Place a small amount of filling at one end of a brick sheet, fold in the sides, and roll tightly to seal the spring roll.
   • Bake for about 15 minutes at 180°C (356°F) until golden brown.
   • Serve by slicing them in half and pairing with the prepared sauce.

Notes

Consider adding a dash of your favorite hot sauce to the filling for an extra kick!

Recipe Tips

• Ensure the duck is well shredded to allow even distribution within the spring rolls.
• Keep a damp cloth over the brick sheets while working to prevent them from drying out.

Nutrition

This dish is high in protein and provides a satisfying crunch, making for a perfect appetizer. (Nutrition information available upon request)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Can I use other meats instead of duck? Yes, shredded chicken or pork can work well as alternatives.
• Are the spring rolls suitable for freezing? Yes, you can freeze them before baking. Just bake them straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
• What can I serve with these spring rolls? They pair well with a side of sweet and sour sauce or a simple soy dipping sauce.
• Can I prepare the filling in advance? Yes, the filling can be made a day ahead; just store it in the refrigerator until you are ready to assemble the spring rolls.
• Is there a gluten-free option for the brick pastry? Yes, look for rice paper wrappers as an alternative.