Jul 14 2026
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Duck Liver Pâté Recipe

Inspired by Littlebird
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Served with toasted brioche and red onion chutney

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Ingredients

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Duck Liver Pâté

Toasted Brioche

Red Onion Chutney

Method

Duck Liver Pâté

  1. 1

    Prepare Duck Livers

    Clean the duck livers by removing any connective tissue or veins. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a skillet, melt 50g of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add chopped shallots and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

  3. 3

    Cook Duck Livers

    Increase heat to medium-high and add the duck livers to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned on the outside but still slightly pink on the inside.

  4. 4

    Deglaze with Brandy

    Pour in the brandy and let it reduce for 1-2 minutes, scraping up any brown bits from the pan.

  5. 5

    Blend Mixture

    Remove the skillet from heat and let it cool slightly. Transfer the mixture to a food processor, add the remaining butter (75g), heavy cream, thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.

  6. 6

    Chill Pâté

    Transfer the pâté into a terrine or bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until firm.

Toasted Brioche

  1. 7

    Prepare Brioche

    Spread unsalted butter on both sides of each slice of brioche.

  2. 8

    Toast Brioche

    In a skillet over medium heat, toast the brioche slices until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Red Onion Chutney

  1. 9

    Prepare Onions

    Peel and thinly slice the red onions.

  2. 10

    Cook Chutney

    In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté for 10-12 minutes until softened and caramelized.

  3. 11

    Add Sugar and Vinegar

    Stir in the brown sugar, red wine vinegar, and salt. Simmer for another 15-20 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.

  4. 12

    Cool and Store

    Remove from heat and let cool. Store in a jar in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

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