Cretons de Chez-Nous!

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 3

Traditional French Canadian Cretons de Chez-Nous recipe

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/2 pounds fresh pork fat without skin , cut into 1-inch cubes
	3 pounds lean ground pork
	3 onions , finely chopped
	4 teaspoons salt , or to taste
	1 1/2 teaspoons ground allspice
	ground black pepper to taste
	2 cups boiling water
	ground black pepper to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

406

Sugar

Fat

42g

Cretons de Chez-Nous is a traditional French-Canadian dish that is typically served as an appetizer. It is made from a mixture of pork fat, ground pork, onions, and spices, which is cooked down to a spreadable consistency. This dish is usually spread on toast, bagels, or crackers and can be enjoyed as a snack or light meal. Cretons de Chez-Nous is a staple food in Quebec and is often served at family gatherings and events.

Instructions

1.	In a large skillet, cook the pork fat over low heat until rendered, stirring occasionally.
2.	Increase the heat to medium and add the ground pork, cooking until browned.
3.	Add the chopped onions, salt, allspice, and black pepper, stirring to combine.
4.	Pour in the boiling water and reduce heat to low.
5.	Simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, until most of the water has been absorbed and the mixture has a spreadable consistency.
6.	Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
7.	Transfer to a container and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
8.	Before serving, remove from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to soften.

PROS

Cretons de Chez-Nous is a traditional and flavorful appetizer that can be enjoyed on toast, bagels, or crackers.

It is easy to prepare and can be made ahead for convenience.

CONS

This dish is high in fat due to the use of pork fat and ground pork.

It should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Cretons de Chez-Nous is not particularly healthy, it does provide a good source of protein, iron, and zinc.
The allspice in this recipe has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that can benefit heart health and digestion.