Whole Leg

Poultry

Whole Leg

Whole pigeon leg is thigh plus drumstick as one portion for roasting, braising or confit—the classic dark-meat unit. Season deeply, cook until the joint yields, crisp skin at the end if wanted. Handsome on the plate after long gentle heat.

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Characteristics

Preparations

Bone InBraisedButterfliedCookedFreshPreparedRoastedStored Whole

Traits

FlavourfulIntactLarge JointPortionPrep ReadyRecipe UnitStorageWhole Leg

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 187

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 9.81 g
  • Saturated Fat 3.13 g
  • Trans Fat 0.1 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 3.95 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 2.05 g
  • Cholesterol 93.1 mg
  • Sodium 69.9 mg
  • Salt 0.15 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0.96 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0.48 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 23.1 g
  • Water 61.8 g
Detailed nutrients

Whole form averages edible parts as typically consumed.

History

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

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

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

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