Meat Pâté Wrapped in Puff Pastry

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This gourmet dish combines ground pork and beef, enhanced with flavorful ingredients, and wrapped in golden puff pastry. Perfect for special occasions, its elegant presentation eliminates the need for additional decoration. Pork and beef provide a rich source of protein and essential minerals, making this dish both delicious and nutritious.

Meat Pâté Wrapped in Puff Pastry recipe
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
40min
Total Time
1hr

Ingredients

6 Servings
(1 serving = 1 slice of pâté wrapped in puff pastry)
  • sheet puff pastry
    sheet puff pastry
    1
  • ground pork
    ground pork
    500g
  • ground beef
    ground beef
    500g
  • margarine
    margarine
    100g
  • garlic, minced
    garlic, minced
    2clove
  • medium onion, chopped
    medium onion, chopped
    1
  • Salt
    Salt
  • Pepper
    Pepper
  • Nutmeg
    Nutmeg
  • cognac
    cognac
    2tbsp
  • white wine
    white wine
    2tbsp
  • Oil, as needed
    Oil, as needed

How to make Meat Pâté Wrapped in Puff Pastry

Prepare the pâté

  1. Step 1

    Melt the margarine in a skillet. Once melted, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened.

  2. Step 2

    Add the ground pork and beef to the skillet and cook for a couple of minutes.

Add flavor

  1. Step 1

    Pour in the cognac and white wine, cooking until the alcohol evaporates. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste.

Blend the mixture

  1. Step 1

    Once the meat is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly. Blend the entire mixture until it becomes a smooth cream.

Chill the pâté

  1. Step 1

    Line a loaf pan with plastic wrap and pour the blended meat mixture into the pan. Cover and refrigerate for about 8 hours.

Wrap in puff pastry

  1. Step 1

    Roll out the puff pastry. Carefully remove the chilled pâté from the mold and wrap it in the pastry.

  2. Step 2

    Place the wrapped pâté on a baking sheet greased with a little oil.

Bake

  1. Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F). Bake the pâté until the puff pastry is golden brown.

Rest

  1. Step 1

    Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

546.7kcal (27.33%)

Protein

36.3g (72.66%)

Carbs

1.0g (0.36%)

Sugars

0.1g (0.26%)

Healthy Fat

23.4g

Unhealthy Fat

15.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the puff pastry is rolled out evenly to avoid uneven baking.

  2. Let the pâté cool completely before wrapping it in puff pastry to maintain its shape.

  3. Use a sharp knife to slice the pâté for clean and elegant presentation.

FAQS

  1. Can I use butter instead of margarine?

    Yes, butter can be used as a substitute for margarine in this recipe.

  2. Can I prepare the pâté ahead of time?

    Yes, the pâté can be prepared and refrigerated up to 24 hours in advance before wrapping it in puff pastry.

  3. What can I serve alongside this dish?

    You can serve it with a simple green salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

  4. Can I freeze the pâté wrapped in puff pastry?

    Yes, you can freeze it before baking. Thaw it in the refrigerator before baking as instructed.

  5. What type of wine pairs well with this dish?

    A dry red wine or a medium-bodied white wine pairs well with the flavors of this dish.

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