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Smoked Trout Pate Recipe
Description: Make and share this Smoked Trout Pate recipe from lovewithrecipes.com.
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Recipe Category: Trout
- Keywords: < 60 Mins, No Cook
- Servings: 8
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Trout fillets |
| 8 | Smoked trout |
| 1 | Unsalted butter |
| 2 | Lemons |
| 1 | Cayenne pepper |
| 1 | Nutmeg |
| 1 | Fresh ground pepper |
| 7 | Sour cream |
| 4 | Creme fraiche |
| 2 | Chives |
| 2 | Watercress |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 462.8
- Fat Content: 30.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 17g
- Cholesterol Content: 98.4mg
- Sodium Content: 460.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 32.1g
- Fiber Content: 3.4g
- Sugar Content: 4.4g
- Protein Content: 17g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Trout:
- Begin by skinning and filleting the smoked trout, ensuring all bones are removed.
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Flake the Trout:
- Roughly flake two of the smoked trout fillets into the bowl of a food processor, reserving the other two for later use.
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Add Flavor:
- To the flaked trout in the food processor, add unsalted butter, freshly squeezed lemon juice, horseradish, cayenne pepper, nutmeg, and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Pulse the mixture in the food processor until well combined.
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Fold in Remaining Trout:
- Transfer the mixture to a separate bowl and gently fold in the remaining smoked trout fillets, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
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Add Creaminess:
- Fold in the sour cream and creme fraiche until well incorporated into the mixture.
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Adjust Consistency:
- Check the consistency of the pate and adjust by adding more lemon juice if needed, ensuring it’s to your taste preference.
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Plate and Serve:
- Place a spoonful of the smoked trout pate on each serving plate accompanied by a generous handful of fresh watercress and a lemon wedge for garnish.
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Enjoy:
- Serve the Smoked Trout Pate with slices of crusty bread for a delightful appetizer or light meal.
This Smoked Trout Pate recipe offers a delightful combination of smoky trout flavors with creamy textures, elevated by the zing of lemon and warmth of spices. It’s perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying as a special treat for yourself. Bon appétit! 🎣🍋
