Smoked Mackerel Pate Recipe

Name: Smoked Mackerel Pate
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) smoked mackerel fillets; 1/2 cup ricotta cheese; 1/4 cup sour cream; 1 tablespoon lemon juice, plus more to taste; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives; 1 tablespoon chopped capers; lemon wedges; cayenne pepper (for garnish, to taste); thin slices of toasted baguette or crackers (for serving)

Indulge in this incredibly easy and elegant Smoked Mackerel Pâté! This recipe transforms smoky mackerel fillets into a creamy, dreamy spread perfect for appetizers or a light lunch. Simply blend a few ingredients, chill, and garnish for a sophisticated dish that's surprisingly quick to make. Serve with crusty bread or crackers for a delightful flavor explosion.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 180.3 kcal

Protein 28g

Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Smoked Mackerel Pate

2 (6 ounce) smoked mackerel fillets
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped capers
lemon wedges
cayenne pepper (for garnish, to taste)
thin slices of toasted baguette or crackers (for serving)

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How to Make Smoked Mackerel Pate

Skin 2 (6 ounce) smoked mackerel fillets and flake the flesh into a food processor.
Add 1/2 cup ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to the food processor.
Blend until completely smooth, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional lemon juice, salt, and pepper as needed.
Stir in 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives.
Line a small (approximately 2-cup capacity) dish with cling film. Transfer the pâté to the prepared dish, cover with cling film, and chill for at least 2 hours (or preferably longer) to allow the flavors to meld.
When ready to serve, carefully invert the pâté onto a serving plate. Remove the cling film.
Garnish with a sprinkle of cayenne pepper (to taste), 1 tablespoon chopped capers, and lemon wedges. Serve immediately with thin slices of toasted baguette or crackers.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

Fat

23g

Carbs

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