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Icelandic Cod Liver Pâté

A rich and savory pâté made from the prized cod liver, a delicacy in Iceland, often served on rye bread.

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings6
DifficultyEasy
Icelandic Cod Liver Pâté - Iceland traditional dish

đź§‚ Ingredients

  • 200 g Cod liver(canned in oil, drained)
  • 100 g Cream cheese(softened)
  • 1/4 small Red onion(finely minced)
  • 2 tbsp Fresh dill(chopped)
  • 1 tsp Lemon juice
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1

    Drain the canned cod liver, reserving a tablespoon of the oil.

  2. 2

    In a food processor, combine the drained cod liver, softened cream cheese, minced red onion, chopped dill, and lemon juice.

  3. 3

    Process until smooth and well combined. If the mixture is too thick, add a little of the reserved cod liver oil.

  4. 4

    Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Transfer the pâté to a serving dish, cover, and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

đź’ˇ Pro Tips

  • âś“Serve with rĂşgbrauð (Icelandic rye bread) or crackers.
  • âś“Garnish with extra dill or a sprinkle of paprika.
  • âś“For a smoother texture, you can pass the pâtĂ© through a fine-mesh sieve.

🔄 Variations

  • Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a slight kick.
  • Incorporate a teaspoon of Dijon mustard for added complexity.

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