How to Make Avocado and Pilchard Pate - A Step-by-Step Guide

Avocado and Pilchard Pate is a delicious and creamy spread that is perfect for serving as an appetizer or snack. This recipe is incredibly easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients. The combination of creamy avocado and savory pilchards creates a rich and flavorful pate that is sure to impress your guests.

Avocados are not only delicious, but they are also packed with nutrients. They are a great source of healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins, making them a wonderful additio...

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Ingredients

  • 2 large avocados - halved, peeled, and pitted
  • 2 (3.88 ounce) tins herring fillets packed in oil or Pacific Pilchards
  • 12 pimento-stuffed green olives, chopped
  • 3 pickled gherkins, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons capers, chopped
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 green onions, finely chopped (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 18 appetizer servings

  • In a mixing bowl, combine avocados herring fillets, olives, gherkins, and capers. Add chopped green onion if desired. Season with Worcestershire sauce and pepper. With an electric mixer, begin whisking together ingredients to make paste. Mix in mayonnaise to bind: for a rough mixture add in about 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, and for a smoother paste add up to 4 tablespoons. Chill for 4 to 8 hours.
  • Nutrition

    116 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 208mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 9mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 166mg