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Mushroom Pate

Creamy Mushroom Pâté - Your New Favorite Vegan Spread

Discover this creamy mushroom pâté, your new favorite vegan spread, perfect for elevating any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: French, Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pâté
  • 2 tablespoons Butter (or Olive Oil) Use olive oil for a vegan version.
  • 1 pound Mushrooms, finely chopped Use a mix of cremini, shiitake, and button mushrooms for complexity.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 small Shallot, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ¼ cup Heavy Cream (or Coconut Cream for vegan)
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • ½ cup Walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped Substitute sunflower seeds for a nut-free option.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Food processor
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mushroom Pâté
  1. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter (or olive oil for a vegan option) over medium heat. Once melted, add 1 pound of finely chopped mushrooms, 1 small finely diced shallot, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for about 8-10 minutes until the mushrooms are softened and their liquid has evaporated.
  2. Stir in 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  3. Transfer the sautéed mixture to a food processor. Add ¼ cup of heavy cream, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, and ½ cup of toasted walnuts. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Taste the pâté and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.
  5. You can serve the mushroom pâté immediately or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for a few hours or overnight to deepen the flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, let the mushroom pâté sit in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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