Smoked Mackerel Pâté Recipe
British · Appetizer · 10 min total
A rich, smoky, and creamy spread perfect for crackers or toast. This easy pâté comes together in minutes with simple ingredients.
10
min prep
min prep
6
servings
servings
180
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 2 smoked mackerel fillets (about 200g total), skinned and flaked
- 100g cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons crème fraîche or sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon horseradish sauce (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
Instructions
- Place the flaked smoked mackerel in a bowl and mash with a fork until broken into small pieces.
- Add the cream cheese, crème fraîche, lemon juice, horseradish (if using), and black pepper. Mix well until combined.
- Stir in the chopped chives.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (the mackerel is already salty).
- Spoon into a serving dish, smooth the top, and garnish with extra chives.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Tips
- Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or cucumber slices.
- Can be made a day ahead; keep covered in the refrigerator.
- For a smoother pâté, blend in a food processor.
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