Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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7
servings
0.25 cup

Fresh lemon juice

2 tbsp

Honey

1 tsp

Kosher salt

1 tbsp

Finely chopped dill

finely chopped

1 unit

Large carrot

halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise

0.25 cup

Rendered chicken fat (schmaltz)

1 unit

Spanish onion

halved and thinly sliced

0.5 pound

Chicken livers

trimmed, rinsed and patted dry

2 unit

Large eggs

0.5 pound

Sliced challah bread

toasted and cut into 2-inch strips

Step 1
~34 min

Combine lemon juice, honey, salt, and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil to create a brine.

Step 2
~34 min

Stir in dill.

Step 3
~34 min

Pour the hot brine over sliced carrots in a heatproof bowl.

Step 4
~34 min

Let the carrots pickle for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, in the refrigerator.

Step 5
~34 min

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).

Step 6
~34 min

Melt schmaltz in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 7
~34 min

Add sliced onion and salt to the skillet.

Step 8
~34 min

Cook onions, stirring occasionally, until softened and browned (about 13 minutes).

Step 9
~34 min

Transfer the cooked onions and schmaltz to a food processor; cool completely.

Step 10
~34 min

Add chicken livers, eggs, and salt to the food processor.

Step 11
~34 min

Puree the mixture until completely smooth.

Step 12
~34 min

Pass the chicken liver puree through a fine sieve into a bowl to remove any lumps.

Step 13
~34 min

Line a terrine or ramekin with plastic wrap.

Step 14
~34 min

Place the lined terrine in a baking dish.

Step 15
~34 min

Pour the chicken liver puree into the prepared terrine.

Step 16
~34 min

Pour hot water into the baking dish to reach halfway up the sides of the terrine, creating a water bath (bain-marie).

Key Technique: Bain-marie
Step 17
~34 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the pate is set and browned on top.

Step 18
~34 min

Remove the terrine from the water bath.

Step 19
~34 min

Refrigerate for at least 6 hours to chill the pate thoroughly.

Step 20
~34 min

Drain the pickled carrots.

Step 21
~34 min

Unmold the pate onto a plate, removing the plastic wrap.

Step 22
~34 min

Serve the schmaltzy pate with challah toasts and pickled carrots.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a smoother pate, ensure the chicken livers are thoroughly cleaned and trimmed.

Adjust the amount of dill according to personal preference.

The pickled carrots can be made up to 2 days in advance.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The pate can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Pair with cornichons or other pickles.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornichons
Pickled onions
Crackers

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Eastern Europe

Cultural Significance

Associated with Jewish cuisine, particularly Ashkenazi Jewish cooking.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holidays
Shabbat
Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Holidays
Parties
Celebrations
Shabbat

Popularity Score

65/100

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