Calf Fry Pate (Bull Butter) Recipe

Name: Calf Fry Pate (Bull Butter)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound calf fries, trimmed and peeled (see how to clean calf fries); 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1/2 cup finely chopped onion; 1 medium Granny Smith apple, peeled and chopped; 1 garlic clove, chopped; 4 hard-boiled large eggs, coarsely chopped; 1 cup chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth; 1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened; 1/2 cup shelled natural pistachios, toasted; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 2 teaspoons salt, or to taste; Pinch of cayenne; 2 tablespoons Cognac; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; Accompaniment: sliced baguette or crackers

Servings: persons

1 pound calf fries, trimmed and peeled (see how to clean calf fries)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 medium Granny Smith apple, peeled and chopped
1 garlic clove, chopped
4 hard-boiled large eggs, coarsely chopped
1 cup chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup shelled natural pistachios, toasted
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
Pinch of cayenne
2 tablespoons Cognac
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Accompaniment: sliced baguette or crackers

1
Halve calf fries lengthwise with a sharp knife, then pat dry with paper towels.
2
Season flour with salt and pepper and dredge fries to lightly coat, shaking off excess.
3
Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then saute fries in 2 batches until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes.
4
Transfer to paper towels to drain.
5
Puree fries in a food processor with remaining ingredients until smooth and transfer to a serving bowl.
6
Chill, covered, until firm, at least 4 hours.
7
Bring to room temperature before serving.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound calf fries, trimmed and peeled (see how to clean calf fries), 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Calf Fry Pate (Bull Butter) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Calf Fry Pate (Bull Butter)

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