Speedy mackerel pâté
- Published: 27 Oct 21
- Updated: 9 May 24
Find out how to make smoked mackerel pâté with our quick-fix recipe. It would make a sensational speedy starter at your next dinner party and is so tasty that no one will guess it takes just 15 minutes to make!
This mackerel and beetroot salad combination would also make a lovely, bright starter, too.
Or, for something completely different, how about smoked mackerel Scotch eggs?
- Serves 4
- Hands-on time 15 min
Before you start
If you prefer a chunkier, more rustic pâté, chop everything by hand and bind the ingredients together with the cream cheese.
If you want an extra rich pâté, use full-fat cream cheese and finish with a drizzle of good olive oil.
Not a fan of mackerel? Hot-smoked salmon or trout fillets work great too.
Ingredients
- 240g pack of peppered smoked mackerel fillets (skin removed)
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp drained capers
- 180g Philadelphia Light cream cheese
- ½ bunch of fresh parsley or dill
- 2 tbsp creamed horseradish
- 8 slices of sourdough toast
Method
- In a food processor whizz the mackerel fillets, the lemon juice and zest, capers, cream cheese, parsley or dill and creamed horseradish. Taste and season, then scrape into a serving bowl.
- Sprinkle with extra chopped herbs, lemon zest and black pepper. Serve with 2 slices of sourdough toast per person.
- Recipe from February 2018 Issue
Nutrition
- Calories
- 463kcals
- Fat
- 22g (6.5g saturated)
- Protein
- 24.3g
- Carbohydrates
- 40.4g (5.3g sugars)
- Fibre
- 2.9g
- Salt
- 2.1g
FAQs
Can I make mackerel pâté in advance?
Yes, the pâté can be made up to 48 hours in advance. Keep in a sealed container in the fridge.
delicious. tips
Serve the pâté with sourdough toast for a light lunch or pile on top of a buttery baked potato instead of tuna.
The pâté can be made up to 48 hours in advance. Keep in a sealed container in the fridge.
This powerful mini food chopper has two speed settings and a pulse function to make light work of chopping, grating, slicing and julienning. Create dips, sauces and dressing in seconds, too – from chunky salsas to smooth purées.
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Easy and delicious. I added some Cayenne pepper too to give it more of a kick