Provencal Terrine

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 15
Provencal Terrine - A Classic French Dish
in Entree

Prep

20 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

26 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

700 g pork shoulder
150 g pork fat
300 g chicken livers
3 shallots , chopped very finely
3 garlic cloves , crushed
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 tablespoons cognac or 1 1/2 tablespoons brandy
1 1/2 tablespoons port wine
1 tablespoon sea salt
1/2 tablespoon black pepper , freshly ground
2 tablespoons fresh thyme
2 tablespoons fresh chervil
2 tablespoons fresh marjoram
2 tablespoons fresh tarragon
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
540
Sugar
1g
Fat
51g
Provencal Terrine is a classic French dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is a type of pate that is made from a mixture of ground pork, pork fat, and chicken livers. The mixture is then seasoned with herbs and spices and baked in the oven until it is fully cooked. The result is a rich and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a nice Sunday brunch. It is traditionally served with crusty bread and a glass of wine.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 325°F.
2.Cut the pork shoulder and pork fat into small pieces and grind them together using a meat grinder.
3.In a large mixing bowl, mix together the ground pork and pork fat with the chopped chicken livers.
4.Add in the finely chopped shallots, crushed garlic, and all the spices.
5.Pour in the dry white wine, cognac, port wine, and mix well until everything is fully combined.
6.Press the mixture into a greased loaf pan and cover with foil.
7.Place the loaf pan in a baking dish filled with boiling water and place into the oven.
8.Bake for about 2 hours or until the terrine reaches an internal temperature of 160°F.
9.Remove from the oven and let cool.
10.Refrigerate for at least one day before serving.

PROS

Provencal Terrine is a rich and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a nice Sunday brunch.
It is great for serving to a large group of people.

CONS

This dish is quite high in fat due to the use of pork and pork fat.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it does contain a good amount of protein. The liver used in this recipe is also rich in iron, which may help improve the body’s immune system and oxygen circulation.

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