Chicken Or Duck Liver Mousse Recipe

Name: Chicken Or Duck Liver Mousse Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bay leaf; 2 whole cloves; 8 whole white peppercorns; 2 allspice berries; 1 large onion, finely diced (about 1 cup); 6 ounces salt pork backfat; 1 pound chicken livers, cleaned and patted dry on paper towels; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/4 cup brandy

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 250u00b0F. Grind the spices together into a fine powder and pass it through a fine mesh strainer. Set aside.
2
Cover the onions and pork fat in a medium saucepan with water and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Drain and allow to drip dry for a few minutes.
3
Place the chicken livers, egg, heavy cream, salt, brandy, and spices in a blender and blend on high heat until completely smooth. With the blender running, slowly add the fat and onions. Don't add too quickly or the mixture will break. Blend for at least a minute or two after the last addition of fat. Pass the liquid mixture through a fine mesh strainer.
4
Pour the liquid into a terrine mold or individual ramekins (a bread pan will do in a pinch) and place them in a roasting pan lined with a kitchen towel. Fill the pan with boiling water to just under the edge of the mold. Cover the top of the mold with a lid (or anything to block moisture from evaporating). Carefully transfer to the middle rack of the oven and back until it reaches 160u00b0F in the center (about 1 1/2 hours or so).
5
Remove from the oven and let it cool completely. Chill overnight in the refrigerator.

433

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 bay leaf, 2 whole cloves, 8 whole white peppercorns, 2 allspice berries, and more.

Yes, Chicken Or Duck Liver Mousse Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!