Chicken Liver Pate with Currants

Ingredients and Weight:

• Chicken livers - 500g
• Fresh currants - 200g (can be substituted with dried currants if fresh are not available)
• Butter - 100g
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Thyme - 1 sprig
• White wine - 1 cup

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 45 minutes
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 4 (Moderate to Advanced)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Thoroughly clean the chicken livers, removing any visible fat or connective tissue.
3. In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
4. Add the cleaned chicken livers and cook until slightly browned, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the salt, black pepper, and thyme sprig, and cook for another minute.
6. Pour in the white wine and let it simmer until the wine is reduced by half.
7. Transfer the liver mixture to an oven-safe dish and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the livers are cooked through.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
9. Blend the liver mixture with a food processor or mortar until smooth.
10. Stir in the fresh currants (or dried if using) and adjust seasoning if necessary.
11. Serve chilled or at room temperature with your choice of bread or crackers.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 450 kcal
• Protein: 25g
• Fat: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Fiber: 2g (Based on average values, actual nutritional information may vary)

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and creamy texture from the chicken livers
• Tangy and sweet flavor from the currants
• Perfect as a starter or as a spread for bread or crackers

User Comments:

1. "This is an excellent dish! The combination of chicken liver and currants is unique and delicious."
2. "I was skeptical about the currants, but they really compliment the rich flavor of the chicken liver pate."
3. "This is a great dish to serve at a party or for a special occasion. It's elegant and impressive."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to clean the chicken livers thoroughly to remove any impurities.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
• If fresh currants are not available, dried currants can be used as a substitute. However, their flavor may not be as intense.