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Селёдочный паштет

Cultural Context

Originating in Estonia, Sélodchny Páshtet is a beloved dish often served during festive occasions and gatherings. This creamy herring pâté showcases the country's rich maritime heritage and the importance of fish in Estonian cuisine. Today, variations can be found across Scandinavia, where similar fish spreads are enjoyed as appetizers or snacks.

EstonianEEappetizer
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
220 g herring
300-350 g butter
2 sour apples
1-2 onions
lemon juice
sugar

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthier fats

herring

🥗Healthier: smoked mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Smoked mackerel offers a similar flavor profile

onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: shallots

Green onions add freshness with less pungency

1

Prepare the ingredients: herring, butter, apples, and onions.

2

Open the herring and drain it if necessary.

3

Peel and core the apples.

4

Pass the herring, onions, and apples through a meat grinder in that order to avoid fish smell.

5

In a large bowl, soften the butter at room temperature and mix it with the ground ingredients.

6

Add a small amount of lemon juice and sugar to taste and mix well.

7

Taste the mixture on a piece of toasted rye bread to check the flavor.

8

Transfer the pâté to a container and refrigerate.

Cooking Techniques

blendingchilling

Equipment Needed

meat grindermixing bowlspatulacontainer

Spice Level:

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Dietary

nut-freegluten-free

Allergens

fishdairy

Also Known As

Herring PâtéSillpaté

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