Two Holiday Hors D’Oeuvres, Tuna Tartare And Chicke

Name: Two Holiday Hors D’Oeuvres, Tuna Tartare And Chicken Liver Pâté
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For Tuna Tartare; 2 pounds very fresh sushi-grade tuna steak, cut into 1/4-inch cubes; 3/4 cup olive oil,; 4 limes, zest and juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons wasabi powder; 2 tablespoons high quality soy sauce; 1 tablespoon honey; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 teaspoons kosher or sea salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 medium shallots, finely chopped; 1 jalapeno pepper, diced, seeds removed; 3 ripe, firm Hass avocados, cut into 1/4-inch cubes; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds, (optional); For the chicken livers Pate. Makes about 2 1/2 cups; 1 pound chicken livers, cleaned and rinsed under cold water; 2 cups cold milk; 1cup (2sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, divided; 1 large sweet onion, sliced thinly; 5-6 hard boiled egg yolks, (do not overcook); 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 3 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 tablespoons Cognac or brandy; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

For Tuna Tartare
2 pounds very fresh sushi-grade tuna steak, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
3/4 cup olive oil,
4 limes, zest and juice
1 1/2 teaspoons wasabi powder
2 tablespoons high quality soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons kosher or sea salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 medium shallots, finely chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, diced, seeds removed
3 ripe, firm Hass avocados, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds, (optional)
For the chicken livers Pate. Makes about 2 1/2 cups
1 pound chicken livers, cleaned and rinsed under cold water
2 cups cold milk
1cup (2sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, divided
1 large sweet onion, sliced thinly
5-6 hard boiled egg yolks, (do not overcook)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 sprigs fresh thyme
2 tablespoons Cognac or brandy
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1
To make Tuna Tartare: In a large bowl combine tuna cubes, shallots and jalapeno. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lime juice and zest, wasabi powder, soy sauce, honey, red pepper flakes, salt and black pepper. Pour over tuna mixer and mix well. Cover and place in the refrigerator for at list for 1 hour for the flavors to blend.
2
Just before serving gently mix in avocado cubes and sesame seeds, if using. Serve with crackers, chips or my favorite on tortilla tostados.
3
To make the Pate: Place the chicken livers in a nonreactive bowl with 2 cups milk. Cover; chill for 2 hours. Drain; discard milk, and rinse livers. Pat dry with paper towels.
4
Set a fine strainer over a medium bowl; set aside. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion 1/2 teaspoon salt, and thyme sprigs and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and caramelized about 25 -30 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove all the onions to a plate. Discard thyme.
5
Add 1 more tablespoon of butter to the same skillet; add livers, increase heat to medium, and cook, turning once, until livers are firm but still pink inside, about 4 minutes. Remove pan from heat and stir in Cognac. Return to heat; cook until alcohol is reduced by half, about 1-2 minutes.
6
Transfer liver mixture, caramelized onions and the cooked egg yolks to a food processor; add salt, pepper and mustard. Process until smooth. With processor running, add remaining butter 1 tablespoon at a time until all butter is incorporated.
7
Transfer Pate to the prepared strainer. Using a rubber spatula, press mousse through strainer twice, rinsing strainer after the first time. Chill until firm, 1-2 hours. Serve on crackers or baguette rounds.

2870

kcal

Calories

267

Fat

Carbs

101

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For Tuna Tartare, 2 pounds very fresh sushi-grade tuna steak, cut into 1/4-inch cubes, 3/4 cup olive oil,, 4 limes, zest and juice, and more.

Yes, Two Holiday Hors D’Oeuvres, Tuna Tartare And Chicken Liver Pâté falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Two Holiday Hors D’Oeuvres, Tuna Tartare And Chicken Liver Pâté

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