Chestnut And Red Wine Pâté

Chestnut And Red Wine Pâté
  • Author: The Vegetarian Society

This delectable chestnut pâté recipe combines the rich, earthy flavors of chestnuts with a hint of brandy and soy sauce. Perfect for a festive gathering or a special treat, this indulgent pâté is best enjoyed with crackers and a crisp green salad.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive or groundnut oil
  • 1 small onion
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • pinch dried thyme
  • 150ml/¼pt red wine
  • 150ml/¼pt vegetable stock
  • 100g/4oz chopped chestnuts
  • 100g/4oz chestnut
  • 75g/3oz wholemeal breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp brandy
  • 10-15ml/2-3 tsp soy sauce
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • fresh herbs, crackers

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a saucepan, gently cook the onion and garlic with the dried thyme until soft.
  • Add the red wine and vegetable stock and bring to the boil.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the chopped chestnuts, chestnut purée, breadcrumbs, brandy and soy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook over a gentle heat until thickened. Spoon the pate into individual ramekins, smooth the surface and then chill in the refrigerator until required.
  • Serve garnished with fresh herbs, with crackers and crisp green salad leaves.

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Cook Time

10M

Prep Time

PT2H

Yield

Serves 4