SMOKED SALMON RILLETTES

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We've made this delectable and super simple salmon dip even easier by using smoked salmon in place of the more classic poached fish. A combination of whipped butter and crème fraîche makes it irresistibly creamy.

Provided by Katherine Sacks

Categories     Christmas Eve     Christmas     Appetizer     Salmon     Hors D'Oeuvre     Wedding

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup finely chopped shallots (about 2 small)
1 cup crème fraîche
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
8 ounces smoked salmon
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped chives, plus more for garnish
Rye crackers and flaky sea salt (for serving)

Steps:

  • Pulse shallots, crème fraîche, and butter in a food processor until smooth. Add salmon and process until salmon is coarsely chopped and incorporated, about 15 seconds. Transfer to a medium bowl and stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, kosher salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup chives. Adjust seasonings to taste.
  • Spread rillettes onto crackers, then top with chives and sea salt.
  • Do ahead
  • Rillettes can be made 3 days ahead; cover with plastic wrap, pressing directly on the surface, and chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.

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