Skin On

Poultry

Skin On

Skin-on pigeon breast bastes itself as fat renders; the skin should finish crisp while the meat stays just done. Dark, rich breast sits closer to steak than chicken; squab is the tender young bird. Start skin-side down in a moderately hot pan, finish in the oven if thick, rest. Dry the skin well first. Serve breast pink; cook legs longer or confit—do not grey the breast.

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Characteristics

Preparations

CookedFreshGrilledPan FriedPoachedPreparedRoastedSliced

Traits

MildPortionPrep ReadyQuick CookSkin On

Nutrition and pairings

Nutrition

Typical values per 100 g edible portion. Nutrient names open the reference page.

Nutrition Facts

Per 100 g edible portion

Calories 290

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 25.4 g
  • Saturated Fat 8.24 g
  • Trans Fat 0.1 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 11.6 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 5.57 g
  • Cholesterol 119 mg
  • Sodium 71 mg
  • Salt 0.14 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0.92 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0.48 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 14.4 g
  • Water 56.8 g
Detailed nutrients

Skin carries subcutaneous fat and collagen; crisping concentrates calories.

History

Medieval European cities raised pigeons for pies and spit roasts; skin on of pigeon took a named place in that kitchen trade.

Medieval European cities raised pigeons for pies and spit roasts. Cooks treated skin on of pigeon as a cut with its own timing and sides.

As pigeon cookery specialised, skin on was portioned and sold ready for the pan. Medieval European cities raised pigeons for pies and spit roasts.

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