How to Make Salmon Terrine - A Step-by-Step Guide

Salmon terrine is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for entertaining or for a special meal at home. This recipe takes fresh salmon and combines it with a creamy herbed mixture, then sets it into a beautiful terrine shape for a stunning presentation. The creamy texture of the terrine and the fresh flavor of the salmon makes it a wonderful appetizer or main course that is sure to impress your guests.

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Ingredients

  • 5 cups water
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 (12 ounce) fresh salmon fillet
  • 8 ounces smoked salmon, chopped
  • ⅓ cup chopped green onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon, or to taste
  • 7 tablespoons butter, softened
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs 10 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 40 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan and add salt. Add salmon fillet, reduce to a simmer, and cook until just cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer salmon to a plate using a slotted spoon and let cool 10 minutes. Flake salmon into a large bowl, discarding skin, and toss with smoked salmon, green onion, parsley, and tarragon.
  • Whisk together butter, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, and pepper in a bowl until smooth. Add mayonnaise mixture to salmon mixture and gently stir until well combined.
  • Cover and chill 3 hours. Serve with toasted baguette slices or crackers.
  • Nutrition

    202 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 42mg
    • Sodium: 687mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 15mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 155mg