Paleo Chicken Liver Pâté
A delicious and nutritious way to incorporate more offal into your diet, this chicken liver pâté is rich, smooth, and perfect for spreading on paleo-friendly crackers or vegetables. Made with high-quality, organic, pasture-raised chicken livers, it's a great addition to your paleo meal plan.
Servings: 4 Serves
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Equipment
- Blender or Food Processor
- Pan
- Bowl or jar
Ingredients
- 200 g 6oz chicken livers
- 150 g 5oz butter, diced (or use the same volume of tallow, bacon fat, or coconut oil)
- 1 clove garlic finely minced
- 2 small brown shallots or 1/4 onion finely diced
- ¼ tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp brandy optional
- 1/4 tsp grated nutmeg
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Livers: Remove any unsightly pieces from the liver, such as any green or black spots, or any tough stringy pieces. Rinse the livers, then dry using kitchen paper.
- Cook the Shallots and Garlic: Melt a spoonful of the butter in a pan over medium heat, before adding the garlic and shallots. Cook for 4 or 5 minutes, until the shallots start to soften and turn translucent.
- Add the Livers and Thyme: Add in the chicken livers and thyme and continue to cook for 3 or 4 minutes, stirring constantly. When the livers have browned on the outside but are still pink on the inside, it’s time to add in the brandy.
- Add the Remaining Ingredients: After a few seconds, add in the remaining butter and the nutmeg and stir into the ingredients for a couple of minutes.
- Blend to a Smooth Paste: Take the pan off the heat, then use a blender or food processor to puree the contents of the pan until it reaches a smooth paste.
- Season and Chill: Season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, before spooning into a bowl or jar. Chill in the fridge for at least two or three hours before serving.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with tallow, bacon fat, or coconut oil.
- Adjust seasoning to your preference before chilling.
- Serve with paleo-friendly crackers, sliced vegetables, or on a bed of fresh greens.