Description
Silky smooth “smoked salmon pâté” brings French coastal elegance to your table, whisking sophisticated flavors into a creamy spreadable delight. Guests will savor this luxurious appetizer that perfectly balances rich salmon with delicate herbs and tangy cream cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 200 grams (7 ounces) smoked salmon
- 200 grams (7 ounces) cream cheese
Aromatic Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- A little black pepper
Serving Suggestion:
- Toasted bread
- Crackers
Instructions
- Delicately separate the smoked salmon into fine, tender flakes using a fork, ensuring no large chunks remain.
- Blend the flaked salmon with cream cheese, working the mixture until smooth and thoroughly integrated.
- Incorporate fresh lemon juice, creating a bright, zesty undertone that enhances the fish’s rich flavor.
- Gently fold in finely chopped dill, minced shallot, and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper for aromatic depth.
- Sample the pate and calibrate seasoning, adding subtle salt or additional pepper if needed to balance the flavors.
- Transfer the silky mixture into a serving vessel, smoothing the top with a spatula for an elegant presentation.
- Seal with plastic wrap and refrigerate for approximately 60 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and texture to set.
- Retrieve from the refrigerator and serve chilled, accompanied by crisp crackers or lightly toasted artisan bread points.
Notes
- Gently flake the salmon to maintain delicate texture and prevent over-mashing.
- Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer, smoother consistency that holds together well.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for half the cream cheese to reduce calories.
- Experiment with fresh herbs like chives or parsley for subtle flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 235 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg