Best Vegan Pâté Recipe! (2024)

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Get ready to wow your taste buds with the Best Vegan Pâté Recipe! It's quick and easy to make, taking just 30 minutes and 9 simple ingredients to create a delicious appetizer that everyone will love. This savory mushroom and walnut pâté, is the perfect way to add a fun and flavorful twist to your gatherings. Everyone (vegan or not) loves this recipe, it's a surefire crowd-pleaser!

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After a few test rounds of making this vegan pâté recipe I served the final test to my friends at book club. It was met with a lot of satisfactory groans, rapid bread slicing, and recipe demands. Even though I told them the recipe would be released in only a few days, they persisted with questions asking if the dish was easy to make (it is) and why exactly it tasted so very good. Don't you just love the magical powers of plants?

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Sometimes simplicity is best. This is only a 9 ingredient recipe, it's super easy to whip up, and it can be made ahead of time, making it the perfect appetizer for a party this holiday season.I will be bringing this with me to my family events this December as I know it's a total crowd-pleaser.

Vegan Mushroom & Walnut Pâté is made with pan-toasted walnuts, sautéd mushrooms, and seasoned with lots of garlic, rosemary, and parsley for a rich, flavour-packed, aromatic spread that is totally ah-mazing. New favourite snack right here!

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How to make this Vegan Pâté Recipe:

Toast the walnuts in a large dry skillet over medium heat. Keep a careful eye on them and shake the pan often as they can burn quickly. As soon as they start browning on the edges remove them from the heat. Remove the walnuts from the pan onto a heat-safe dish, or directly into your food processor if your food processor can handle hot food.

My Breville Sous Chef food processor is made of high-quality materials but I once damaged a cheap food processor before by filling it with hot food, so this is your warning!

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Return the pan to heat and add the olive oil. Add the onions and garlic and sauté until the onions soften and turn translucent after about 4 minutes. Add in all the remaining ingredients, the mushrooms, parsley, rosemary, salt, and pepper and sauté until the mushrooms have cooked and reduced in size, another 5 - 8 minutes.

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If the mushrooms are sticking to the pan you can add a small splash of water to help release them. As the mushrooms cook they will release their own liquid, so you don't want to add too much.

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If your food processor can handle hot food, add the mushrooms to the food processor along with the walnuts. If not, just let the mushrooms and walnuts cool first.

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Pulse, stopping to scrape the sides as needed until you reach a pâté texture. I like to leave mine with a bit of texture and colour variation. Press the vegan pâté recipe into a container for serving using a spatula to smooth it, and let chill completely in the fridge before serving. Store in an air-tight container for 2 - 3 days. Serve with bread or crackers.

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Common Questions:

Does this vegan pâté recipe freeze well? Yes! As long as you wrap in a cling film and keep in an air-tight container it should last in the freezer for about 3 months.

What is vegan pâté made of? walnuts, olive oil, onion, garlic, mushrooms, parsley, rosemary, salt and pepper.

Can vegan pâté be made gluten-free? Yes! This is a gluten-free recipe!

Can this vegan pâté be made nut-free?Yes, by swapping out the walnuts for either sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds.

This vegan pate recipe is...

  • quick and easy to make, just 30 minutes and 9 ingredients
  • so delicious, everyone will love it!
  • can be made ahead of time and freezes beautifully

More vegan appetizer recipes you might like:

Vegan Baked Brie Dip
Quick and Easy Vegan Cheese
Vegan Bacon Wrapped Dates
Easy Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms
Vegan Baked Brie in Puff Pastry
Deviled Potatoes

If you try this recipe let us know by leaving a comment, rating it, and don't forget to tag @itdoesnttastelikechicken on Instagram.
Bon appetegan!
Sam Turnbull.

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Vegan Mushroom & Walnut Pâté

Get ready to wow your taste buds with the Best Vegan Pâté Recipe! It's quick and easy to make, taking just 30 minutes and 9 simple ingredients to create a delicious appetizer that everyone will love. This savory mushroom and walnut pâté, is the perfect way to add a fun and flavorful twist to your gatherings. Everyone (vegan or not) loves this recipe, it's a surefire crowd-pleaser!

Prep: 10 minutes mins

Cook: 20 minutes mins

Total: 30 minutes mins

Servings: 8 (makes about 1 ⅔ cups)

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz button or cremini mushrooms, sliced (about 2 cups)
  • ½ cup parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

  • Toast the walnuts in a large dry skillet over medium heat. Keep a careful eye on them and shake the pan often as they can burn quickly. As soon as they start browning on the edges remove them from the heat. Remove the walnuts from the pan onto a heat-safe dish, or directly into your food processor if your food processor can handle hot food.

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  • Return the pan to the heat and add the olive oil. When hot add the onions and garlic and sauté until the onions soften and turn translucent about 4 minutes. Add in all the remaining ingredients, the mushrooms, parsley, rosemary, salt, and pepper and sauté until the mushrooms have cooked and reduced in size, another 5 - 8 minutes. If the mushrooms are sticking to the pan you can add a small splash of water to help release them. As the mushrooms cook they will release their own liquid.

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  • If your food processor can handle hot food, add the mushrooms to the food processor along with the walnuts. If not, just let the mushrooms and walnuts cool first. Pulse, stopping to scrape the sides as needed until you reach a pâté texture. I like to leave mine with a bit of texture and color variation.

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  • Press into a container for serving using a spatula to smooth it, and let it chill completely in the fridge before serving.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving (⅛ of the pâté) | Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 204mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 330IU | Vitamin C: 7.6mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 0.9mg

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Author: Sam Turnbull

Cuisine: French

Course: Appetizer

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  1. Bea says

    Thanks for the recipe.
    How far in advance could I make it?

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  2. Adele Horne says

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    very nice and easy. the only downside is that my blender/processor is not fierce enough to blitz the rosemary. consequently there are quite large pieces which are not pleasant to eat.

    Reply

  3. Diana says

    What would be a good substitute nut? What about pine nuts?

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  4. Bobbi says

    This is amazing with fresh parsley ❤️ Thank you for a wonderful recipe!

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Best Vegan Pâté Recipe! (2024)

FAQs

What is vegan pate made of? ›

I will be bringing this with me to my family events this December as I know it's a total crowd-pleaser. Vegan Mushroom & Walnut Pâté is made with pan-toasted walnuts, sautéd mushrooms, and seasoned with lots of garlic, rosemary, and parsley for a rich, flavour-packed, aromatic spread that is totally ah-mazing.

What is a substitute for pate in banh mi? ›

The answer is a mushroom pâté

When dried, mushrooms pack a much more intense flavor that will match the funky, earthy banh mi bite you remember from the days before going vegan. For even more umami flavor, throw in a dash of vegan fish sauce and MSG, along with aromatics like shallots and garlic.

Is Sainsbury's roasted mushroom pate vegetarian? ›

For a deep rich mushroom flavour, we add porcini stock and then blend with soft cream cheese and crème fraiche for added richness. A dash of lemon juice and fresh parsley lightens the pate, perfect for vegetarian or non-vegetarians alike.

What is mushroom pate made of? ›

Ingredients for Mushroom Pâté Naturally, mushrooms form the foundation of this pâté recipe. To the mushrooms, you'll also add nuts, butter and olive oil, fresh herbs, and a few other ingredients that help to bring balance to the recipe and give it a deeper, more resonant flavor.

What is the main ingredient in pâté? ›

Pâté is often made of pig meat, but wild game like snipe, partridge, venison or wild boar can be cooked into a pâté, as can farm-raised duck, rabbit or pheasant. Lean meats might require the addition of some pork fat to keep the pâté from drying out in the oven.

Why is pâté so expensive? ›

Often artisanal pâté is made with locally sourced ingredients, with meat and fat from small farms instead of large corporations. The practices the company adheres to can drastically influence the price of the final product, creating a rather large gap between mass-market production and artisanal product.

What is the difference between pâté and Vietnamese pate? ›

However since the Vietnamese were poor, cheaper cuts of meat like pork liver were used in the production of the Vietnamese version of pate. Vietnamese pate also has a courser texture than French pate.

What is the best bread for pâté? ›

A grilled, properly spiky sourdough bread would be the ideal here, but any decent, thick-cut real white or granary bread will do.

What is the yellow stuff in bánh mì? ›

Mayonnaise: Use real mayo. Traditional Vietnamese sandwiches have more of a yellow aioli style mayo used from dark chicken yolks but Hellman's original mayo or salted butter are also great substitutes.

What is farmhouse pâté made of? ›

INGREDIENTS: Pork Liver (39%), Pork Fat, Water, Pork, Mushroom (7%), Tapioca Starch, Dextrose, Salt, Garlic Purée, Parsley, Shallot Powder, Spices, Sugar, Colour (Plain Caramel), Preservative (Sodium Nitrite).

What's in farmhouse pâté? ›

Ingredients. Pork liver (39%), Pork fat (30%), Pork rind (14%), Water, Mustard (5%) (Water, Alcohol vinegar, MUSTARD seeds, Salt, Acid: Citric acid, Flavouring, Preservative: Potassium METABISULPHITE, Turmeric), WHEAT flour, EGGS, Salt, Flavouring, Dextrose, Spices, Herbs, Onion, Garlic.

What is Brussels pâté? ›

Brussels pâté, crafted primarily from pork liver, is a versatile delicacy perfect whether served warm or cold. Enjoy it on toasts, breads, or as an enriching addition to meat-based dishes. Related Products. 19026 Taste of the Lakes Game and Prune Terrine (500g)

What is French pâté made of? ›

It's an umbrella term. Traditionally made with liver, and mixed with wine and spices until it's cooked down into a spreadable texture, pâté can also be created with liver or other parts of pork, venison, chicken, fish, duck and other game, and even created with veggies on occasion.

What is the best pâté for charcuterie? ›

Pâté: The most decadent and delicious of the pâté is foie gras but a more accessible pâté is probably chicken liver pâté or chicken liver mousse. It's light, rich, and silky smooth. We also like a simple peppercorn pâté or a rustic country style pâté de campagne.

What is the jelly on pâté? ›

Aspic or meat jelly (/ˈæspɪk/) is a savory gelatin made with a meat stock or broth, set in a mold to encase other ingredients. These often include pieces of meat, seafood, vegetable, or eggs. Aspic is also sometimes referred to as aspic gelée or aspic jelly.

What does pâté contain? ›

Pâté is often made of pig meat and parts, but wild game like snipe, partridge, venison or wild boar can be cooked into a pâté, as can farm-raised duck, rabbit or pheasant. Even vegetables can be made into pâté. Lean meats might require the addition of some pork fat to keep the pâté from drying out in the oven.

Can you buy dairy free pâté? ›

granoVita Olive pate Gluten and dairy free : Amazon.co.uk: Grocery.

Why does pâté have gelatin? ›

The gelatin also helps keep the pâté moist and compact, preventing it from being too friable when eaten. I have often seen this dish served as an apéritif with baguette, pickles and chutney.

What is the difference between liver and pâté? ›

Very different. Texture: chopped liver is, well, chopped cooked liver. Pate the liver is pureed raw then cooked with the other ingredients.

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