How to Make Chicken Liver Pate with Currants - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a fancy appetizer to impress your guests, look no further than this decadent Chicken Liver Pate with Currants. This rich and creamy spread is perfect for serving at dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or any special occasion where you want to indulge in some gourmet flavors. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a luxurious pate that will have everyone coming back for more.

Chicken liver pate has a long history in French and European cuisine, and it'...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup dried currants
  • 2 tablespoons brandy-based orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier®)
  • 1 cup butter, divided
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 pounds chicken livers, trimmed
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon ground allspice
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 6 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 26 mins
  • Servings: 32
  • Yield: 4 cups

  • Place currants in a small bowl; cover with orange liqueur. Let soak until plump, about 1 hour.
  • Melt 1/4 cup butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in the hot butter until softened, about 1 minute. Add chicken livers; cook and stir until no longer pink in the center, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Place remaining 3/4 cup butter, chicken liver mixture, heavy cream, thyme, and allspice in a food processor; blend until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and stir in currants and orange liqueur. Season pate with salt and pepper.
  • Divide pate among small ramekins. Refrigerate until firm, at least 3 hours.
  • Nutrition

    106 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 123mg
    • Sodium: 61mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 80mg