Hot Tourtière Nibbles

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 4
Hot and savory Hot Tourtière Nibbles recipe for appetizers
in Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

9 slices ordinary white bread
2 tablespoons butter , melted
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 lb ground lean pork
1/2 cup finely chopped onion , about 1 small yellow onion
1 large garlic clove
1 stalk celery , finely diced
1 small carrot , finely diced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon dried summer savory
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3/4 3/4 cup chicken stock or 3/4 cup beef stock
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
2 -3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 fresh thyme sprigs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
165
Sugar
1g
Fat
11g
Hot Tourtière Nibbles are a classic Canadian dish that originated in Quebec. Tourtière is a meat pie traditionally made with ground pork, veal, or beef, combined with onions, garlic, and potatoes, and seasoned with spices like clove, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Hot Tourtière Nibbles are a bite-sized version of the tourtière, served in a small cup made of bread. These nibbles are the perfect appetizer for sharing or as finger foods for a party. They are easy to prepare and packed with savory flavors that are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.Using a rolling pin, flatten each slice of bread and remove crusts.
3.Brush bread slices with melted butter and cut out 16 2.5-inch (6.25cm) rounds.
4.Tuck each slice into mini muffin cups to form small cups.
5.In a large skillet, heat the canola oil over medium heat.
6.Add the pork, onions, garlic, celery, carrot, thyme, salt, cloves, summer savory, and pepper to the oil. Cook until meat is browned and fully cooked.
7.Drain away the excess fat.
8.Add the chicken or beef stock to the pork mixture and cook for 5 minutes until thickened.
9.Stir in the parsley and mustard.
10.Fill each bread cup with pork filling and place a fresh thyme sprig on top.
11.Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes or until the cups are slightly crispy.

PROS

Hot Tourtière Nibbles are spicy, savory, and perfect for large gatherings.

It’s easy to prepare and can be enjoyed as an appetizer for any occasion.

CONS

It is high in fat and calories, so it is best to enjoy in moderation.

It is also not ideal for people with gluten sensitivity or allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a high-quality protein source that is low in calories when lean.
It is also a good source of vitamins and minerals such as thiamin, selenium, niacin, and vitamin B6.
However, excess consumption can cause health issues such as high cholesterol levels.

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