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Pâté de Sardine

Pâté de Sardine

This sardine pâté is a fast and elegant appetizer that swaps traditional liver for briny, rich sardines. Blended with butter, shallots, lemon juice, and fresh herbs, it's creamy, flavorful, and perfect for spreading on baguette toasts or crackers. A must-try for seafood lovers! #SardineRecipes #EasyAppetizers #MediterraneanEats #SeafoodLovers
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Servings 1 Cup

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans oil-packed sardines about 4 oz each
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 large shallot chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp finely chopped fresh herbs chives, parsley, or dill

Instructions
 

  • Add the sardines (with their oil), butter, shallot, and lemon juice to a food processor. Blend until smooth.
  • Add 2 tbsp of the chopped herbs and pulse 2–3 times to combine.
  • Transfer the pâté into a small ramekin or back into the sardine cans. Smooth the surface with a spatula.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1 tbsp of herbs on top.
  • Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve chilled with baguette toasts, crackers, or vegetable sticks.