HALIBUT AND SALMON TERRINE WITH AIOLI AND HORSERADISH

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Halibut and Salmon Terrine with Aioli and Horseradish image

This pretty pink terrine traditionally served during Passover is easier to make than you might think, and it tastes fresher than jarred gefilte fish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large sweet onion, chopped
12 ounces boneless, skinless halibut fillets, cut into chunks
12 ounces boneless, skinless wild salmon fillets, cut into chunks
2 large eggs
3/4 cup cold water, plus boiling water for pan
3 tablespoons matzo meal
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 large carrot, peeled and grated
1/2 large parsnip, peeled and grated
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 garlic clove
Coarse salt
1 large egg yolk, room temperature
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/2 cup light olive oil or peanut oil
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Store-bought horseradish with beets, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Make the terrine: Coat a 5-by-9-inch loaf pan with 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil. Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onion, stirring, until soft, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Pulse halibut and salmon in a food processor until finely chopped (not smooth).
  • Beat eggs with a mixer on medium speed until frothy, about 2 minutes. Beat in onion, fish mixture, cold water, matzo meal, sugar, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons salt, and some pepper until well combined, about 3 minutes. Beat in carrot, parsnip, and dill.
  • Transfer mixture to pan. Smooth top using an offset spatula. Cover with parchment-lined foil, and transfer to a large roasting pan. Pour enough boiling water into roasting pan to come halfway up the sides of the loaf pan. Bake until terrine is firm in the center, about 45 minutes. Remove pan from water. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the aioli: Mash garlic and a pinch of salt using a mortar and pestle or the side of a knife until a paste forms. Transfer to a bowl. Whisk in egg yolk and lemon juice. Gradually whisk in oils.
  • Run a knife or an offset spatula around the edge of the pan to loosen terrine. Place a plate on top, then flip. Tap top and sides gently several times to help release terrine. Let cool completely. Soak up any released juices with a paper towel. Refrigerate, covered with plastic wrap, for at least 1 hour.
  • Uncover terrine. Slice, and serve with dollops of aioli and horseradish.

Tj Samuda
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This terrine is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and impressive, but it's also easy to make.


Kali Basu Bhandandari
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I love the combination of halibut and salmon in this terrine. It's a really unique and delicious dish.


Shanawar ali Khalid
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This terrine is a great make-ahead dish. You can make it a day or two in advance and then just reheat it before serving.


princess Mercy
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The terrine was easy to make, but it didn't turn out as well as I had hoped. I think I overcooked the fish.


Monira Khatun
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I found this terrine to be a bit bland. I think it needed more seasoning.


Diesel Ayres
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This terrine was a bit too fishy for my taste. I think I would have preferred it if there had been more vegetables or other ingredients to balance out the flavor.


Veer Baba
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I'm not a huge fan of fish, but this terrine was surprisingly good. The aioli and horseradish really helped to balance out the flavor of the fish.


STAR Ff
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This terrine is a great way to use up leftover salmon and halibut. It's also a very versatile dish. You can serve it as an appetizer, main course, or even as a sandwich filling.


Rodelyn Robles
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I made this terrine for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The flavors were perfect and it was so moist and flaky.


Kumaree Kumal
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I followed the recipe exactly and the terrine turned out perfectly. It was so easy to make and it looked so elegant when I served it. My guests raved about it.


Mariah Mcdonald
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This terrine was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of halibut and salmon was rich and flavorful, and the aioli and horseradish added a nice tang. I will definitely be making this again.