Homemade Pork Liver Pâté

The truth is, this homemade pork liver pâté recipe has little in common with the canned pâté you find in stores. This version is much tastier and, of course, healthier. We absolutely love spreading pâté on bread, especially when it’s homemade. On weekends when we stay home, we enjoy various spreads for breakfast, and this pâté is one of our favorites. While this recipe uses pork liver, you can easily substitute it with chicken liver if you prefer. It’s absolutely delicious when fresh and slightly warm—we can hardly stop eating it! It pairs wonderfully with toasted bread.

Let’s see how it’s made!

Homemade Pork Liver Pâté

This homemade pork liver pâté is a delicious, healthier alternative to store-bought pâté. Its rich flavor and creamy texture make it perfect for breakfast or as an appetizer spread on toasted bread. Prepared with fresh ingredients and love, this pâté is a versatile recipe that can also be made using chicken liver for those who prefer a milder taste. Easy to prepare and irresistibly tasty, it's a family favorite!

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Prep Time 14 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Soaking the liver 3 hours hrs

Total Time 3 hours hrs 44 minutes mins

Course Appetizers & Snacks

Cuisine Romanian

Servings 8

Difficulty Medium

Equipment

1 large bowl

1 pan

1 kitchen knife

1 hand blender

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ 1 kg pork liver or chicken liver for a milder taste
• ▢ 300 g onions
• ▢ 250 g butter min 80% fat
• ▢ 2 cups milk
• ▢ 50 ml sunflower oil
• ▢ 1 tsp salt
• ▢ 1 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

 

Soak the Liver

• Rinse the liver thoroughly and cut it into cubes.

  Place the liver cubes in a large bowl and pour the milk over them until fully submerged.

  Cover and refrigerate for 2–3 hours. This step helps to mellow the liver’s flavor.

Cook the Liver and Onions

• Peel and finely chop the onions.

  Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat and sauté the onions until they become golden and translucent.

  Drain the liver, reserving the milk. Add the liver cubes to the pan with the onions.

  Stir well, cover, and cook on low heat for 10–15 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste.

  If the mixture becomes too dry, add a little of the reserved milk and continue cooking until the liver is fully cooked and no liquid remains.

Blend and Finish

• Once slightly cooled, transfer the cooked liver mixture to a blender or food processor.

  Add the butter and blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust salt and pepper to taste, if needed.

  The pâté will be soft while warm but will firm up as it cools.

Serving Suggestions

• This pâté is best served on toasted bread or crackers. For an extra layer of flavor, try spreading a little mustard on your toast before adding the pâté. Enjoy it as a comforting breakfast or an elegant appetizer.https://happyfood1.com/category/breakfast/

Notes

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Nutrition

Calories: 497kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 451mgSodium: 631mgPotassium: 504mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 27950IUVitamin C: 34mgCalcium: 108mgIron: 29mg

Keyword traditional

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