CHICKEN LIVER PâTé WITH FIG PRESERVES

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Categories     Chicken     Fruit     Onion     Poultry     Appetizer     Fig     Port     Winter     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 large onions (about 3/4 pound), chopped
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
1 pound chicken livers, trimmed
1/4 cup Tawny Port
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup fig preserves (available at specialty foods shops and some supermarkets), chopped fine
toast points or water biscuits as an accompaniment

Steps:

  • In a large skillet cook the onions in 2 tablespoons of the butter over moderate heat, stirring, until they are softened and transfer them to a food processor. In the skillet melt 2 tablespoons of the remaining butter over moderately high heat until the foam subsides and in it sauté the chicken livers, patted dry and seasoned with salt and pepper, stirring, for 2 minutes, or until they are browned on the outside but still pink within. Transfer the livers to the food processor. Add the Port to the skillet, bring it to a boil, and deglaze the skillet, scraping up the brown bits, for 1 minute. Add the Port to the food processor with the remaining 4 tablespoons butter, softened, the allspice, the lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste, purée the mixture until it is smooth, and force it through a fine sieve into a bowl. Line an oiled 1 1/2-quart terrine or straight-sided dish with plastic wrap and pour the pâté, covered, for 5 hours, or until it is firm. The pâté may be made 4 days in advance and kept covered and chilled. Invert the pâté onto a plate, discarding the plastic wrap, and smooth the top and sides. Spread the preserves on the top and serve the pâté with the toast points or water biscuits.

Arzu Bahadur qızı
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Overall, I'm very happy with this recipe. It's easy to make, it's delicious, and it's affordable.


Treasure Hasten
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken livers, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The fig preserves really helped to balance out the flavor.


nabirah Nana
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. I made it for my husband's birthday and he loved it.


peaceful Pakistan
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. I love the combination of chicken livers and fig preserves.


Tina Richardson
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I'm a big fan of chicken livers and this recipe is one of my favorites. The fig preserves add a really nice touch.


Petra Laine Pride
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very affordable.


Debra Valente
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Samad Mirzai
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The chicken livers are cooked perfectly and the fig preserves add a wonderful flavor.


Celia Romero
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I'm always looking for new chicken liver recipes and I'm so glad I found this one. It's a keeper!


D. Gar
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Rj Rubel
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This is one of the best chicken liver recipes I've ever tried. The fig preserves add a unique and delicious flavor.


jacinda pinson
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I've never had chicken livers before, but I'm glad I tried this recipe. The fig preserves really made the dish.


Nkhoneni
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll be making it again and again.


melisa ma
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I would definitely make this dish again. It's easy to make and it's delicious.


Dulal Hossen
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken livers turned out perfectly. The fig preserves added a nice touch of sweetness.


Albert Kaminsa
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. I made it for my husband's birthday and he loved it.


Cynthia Phakathi
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken livers, but this recipe changed my mind. The fig preserves really balance out the flavor of the livers.


Chanoi Ahmad
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. My friends and family love the combination of chicken livers and fig preserves.


Fariya Fatima
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This recipe is an absolute delight! The chicken livers are cooked to perfection and the fig preserves add a wonderful sweetness and tang. I would highly recommend this dish to anyone who loves chicken livers.