Braised Duck with Tofu

As a winter warmer this dish is very comforting, with its wine sauce and blended seasonings that bring out the flavour of the duck. While fruity sauces like plum really cut the fat of duck, aromatics like garlic and ginger also do the same job. Tofu pieces with their firm outside and soft centre provide the perfect contrast. Although typical of Sichuan, it is by no means exclusive to this province – Hubei and Hunan have their own versions. If you can find French duck breasts, they are ideal