My Smoked Salmon Pate is a delicious appetiser. It is a dish that you can prepare in just ten minutes, or less if you work quickly!! I love to serve this when I have friends or family over – even those who are not huge seafood fans can’t resist this creamy, flavoursome dip!
For this recipe, I use Hot Smoked Salmon pieces, which provide a delicious flavour to the pate.
I prefer to use this as opposed to regular cold Smoked Salmon slices. I find that the Hot Smoked Salmon has a better texture. It is also delicious flaked into salads, such as my Broccoli Stem and Carrot Salad. Whereas, in my recipe for Smoked Salmon Bread Tartlets, I prefer to use the cold smoked variety. The difference between the two varieties lies in the smoking temperature.
To prepare this delicious appetiser is simple.
I begin by removing the skin from the salmon pieces. I then place all of the ingredients into a small blender. The pate is blended until a smooth consistency. I then place it into a serving dish and garnish with some spring onions or chives and cayenne pepper.
This dish can be prepared the day before it is required; I recommend garnishing just before serving.
It is perfect served with a glass of champagne or wine! I like to serve with some toasted bread and crudites.
More delicious recipes featuring Salmon:
Do you love pate and dip as much as we do? If so, in addition to this recipe, I recommend having a look at these other fabulous dip recipes:
- Whipped Feta
- Roasted Capsicum Pesto
- Green Goddess Dip
- Easy Hummus
- Caramelised Onion Dip
- The Best Baba Ganoush
- Avocado, Yoghurt and Mint Dip
- Roasted Carrot Hummus
- Cannellini Bean Dip
So do tell me, will you give this Smoked Salmon Pate a try? Let me know in the comments below what you think!
Enjoy!
Alex xx
Smoked Salmon Pate
Ingredients
- 150 g hot smoked salmon pieces or trout
- 1 teaspoon butter cold
- 1 ½ teaspoon brandy or cognac
- â…“ cup thickened cream
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
To Serve:
- cayenne pepper and spring onion optional
Recipe Measurements:
For accuracy, when weights are provided, we recommend weighing your ingredients. This will produce the best results.
Instructions
- Peel the skin from your smoked salmon pieces. Discard the skin.
- Put all of the ingredients into a small blender, and blend until the mixture is smooth.
- Put the pate in a serving dish, and garnish with cayenne pepper and/or finely sliced spring onion. I like to serve with toasted bread, but it is also delicious with crackers or crudites.
Notes
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Diana
I never thought that making a smoked salmon pate is so easy! This was so good!
Alexandra
Thanks, Diana – it sure is!
Miljana
I love salmon for its benefits on health and I am so glad my son adores it! Smoked food is my favourite kind! 😀 Such a great recipe!
Alexandra
Thank you very much! I am so glad this is something you can enjoy together 🙂
Dalene Ekirapa
It’s so easy to prepare the recipe … just a nice blend and garnish? I love meals that take the least time to prepare. And it looks so good with bread.
Alexandra
I do agree Dalene, a quickly prepared dish is a winner and this one takes minutes. Enjoy! 🙂
Mommy Sigrid
Oh my gosh! Can I order? hahaha I love the taste of salmon. And as a pate, oh my gosh. I am drooling!
Alexandra
This is a great appetiser when you are short of time. For most of us, that’s always. 🙂
Kelly | Foodtasia
Alex, this pate looks so light and delicious! So elegant and perfect for spring!
Alexandra
Thank you so much, Kelly, and I love that it can be made in minutes. A winner. 🙂
Krysten Quiles
It looks pretty and I’ll bet it’s sure to be a crowd pleaser. Definitely a great option for a get together or party.
Alexandra
It is a crowd pleaser Krysten, always a winner and so quickly prepared. 🙂
fashionandstylepolice
I love smoked salmon dishes so this recipe has my full attention. I love the sound of it so much.
Alexandra
It’s a terrific appetiser, always popular and is made in minutes. 🙂
Chad
I am definitely doing this, looks so delicious, it is easy to make and I LOVE Salmon! Thank you so much
Alexandra
That’s terrific Chad, I am certain that you will enjoy it. 🙂
Kami | Life with Kami
Thank you for sharing this delicious yet simple appetizer. My family loves salmon pate. I will surely try your recipe.
Alexandra
Smoked Salmon is always popular and made into this Pate it is a winner. I do hope that you enjoy it. 🙂
Amber Myers
I haven’t had pate in ages. I’d have to give this a try–normally I don’t like seafood, but sometimes I can handle it.
Alexandra
I look forward to hearing if you try it Amber. 🙂