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Pâté de Sardine

Delicious Pâté de Sardine: A Quick Gourmet Treat at Home

Discover the delicious Pâté de Sardine, a quick and creamy seafood appetizer that impresses guests with its umami flavor. Perfect for gatherings!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: French
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pâté
  • 1 can Sardines in Olive Oil Canned sardines, drained.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Can substitute with yellow mustard.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened, can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed or vinegar as alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, can substitute with dill.
  • 1 tablespoon Capers Omit for sweeter taste or substitute with chopped olives.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced, optional.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential seasonings.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • fork
  • air-tight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Drain the excess liquid from the sardines and flake them into a mixing bowl.
  2. Add softened cream cheese to the sardines and mash together until well combined.
  3. Incorporate Dijon mustard and mix thoroughly.
  4. Add lemon juice, parsley, capers, and garlic; stir until well mixed.
  5. Blend the mixture until smooth using a fork or an electric mixer for desired texture.
  6. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Transfer the pâté to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least one hour to let flavors meld.
  8. Serve chilled with crackers or vegetable sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an ultra-smooth pâté, you can use a food processor for blending. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps. Chilling longer develops deeper flavors.

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