Duck breast with oriental spices and crispy buckwheat – a game of harmonies at the Liget Royal Restaurant
The chef of Liget Royal Restaurant in Hévíz, Tamás Bódis, is once again presenting a special dish from the new menu: this time the rosé duck breast is in the spotlight, which captivates with oriental flavors, exciting textures and creative seasoning.
– This is a rosé duck breast with carrots and ginger carrot puree – Tamás begins. – The ginger brings a little spicy character to the puree, which makes the whole dish livelier and more exciting. We also fry the carrots, but before that we sprinkle them with a spice mixture called Marrakesh – he continues. – This is a very strong, oriental-flavored mixture, which has a lot of other spices in addition to chili. It works very well with the natural sweetness of the roasted carrots – he adds. – This way we can push the classic beet flavor in a completely new direction, which goes well with both duck and vegetables.The chef didn’t forget about the play of textures either. – I didn’t cook the buckwheat the classic way, but rather pre-cooked it a little and popped it in the deep fryer. I sprinkled it with another spice that harmonizes well with the Marrakesh mixture used for the beets. The resulting crispy buckwheat gives the dish a great texture, almost crowning the overall effect.
The duck breast is also prepared with special care. – I sauté the meat, then fry it until it’s pink, so it stays really juicy and tender. At the end of serving, I sprinkle it with fresh coriander, which gives the whole dish a little green, fresh breath.
The result is a harmonious, modern and characterful dish on the plate, which perfectly reflects Tamás Bódis’ philosophy: starting from simple ingredients and using creativity to create something truly special. This is what makes the occasions spent at Liget Royal Restaurant unforgettable, as there are as many dishes, as many taste experiences, as many gastronomic adventures, and all this either on a four-season terrace extending into a grove, or if you prefer, in the intimate interior of the restaurant. If you are in Hévíz, the surrounding area, or if you are visiting Hévíz, it is always worth stopping by!
Cseh Teréz
