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Pâté en Croûte

Cultural Context

Pâté en Croûte is a classic French dish that dates back to the Middle Ages, often served at festive occasions. Traditionally made with a mixture of meats encased in pastry, it showcases the French culinary art of charcuterie. This dish is a staple in French bistros and has gained popularity worldwide, often appearing at gourmet events and celebrations.

FrenchFRmain
120 min
hard
6 servings
Servings4
750gr de farine
250gr de beurre
2 oeufs
15cl d'eau
10gr de sel fin
1.3kg d'échine de porc
650g de gibier
2 oeufs
30gr de sel
4cl porto
pistache
trompettes de la mort
45cl d'eau
5cl de porto
10gr fond de veau
9 feuilles de gélatine

pork fat

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while providing moisture.

chicken liver

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while ground turkey is more affordable.

brandy

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white wine

Apple cider vinegar adds acidity without the alcohol.

gelatin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Agar-agar is a plant-based alternative for thickening.

1

Prepare the dough by mixing 750gr of flour, 250gr of butter, 2 eggs, 15cl of water, and 10gr of salt until a smooth dough forms.

2

Roll out the dough and line a mold with it.

3

Prepare the filling by combining 1.3kg of pork shoulder, 650g of game meat, 2 eggs, 30gr of salt, 4cl of port, pistachios, and trompettes de la mort.

4

Fill the lined mold with the meat mixture and cover with the remaining dough.

5

Seal the edges and make a hole in the top for steam to escape.

6

Bake in the oven until golden brown.

7

Prepare the jelly by boiling 45cl of water, 5cl of port, and 10gr of veal stock, then dissolve 9 sheets of gelatin in the mixture.

8

Let the pâté cool, then pour the jelly over the top and refrigerate until set.

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🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

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Also Known As

Pâté in CrustPâté en Croûte Traditionnel
Local Name: Pâté en Croûte

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