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Smoked trout pâté & red cabbage slaw

Smoked Trout Pâté & Red Cabbage Slaw in Fluffy Yorkshire Pudding

A delightful Smoked Trout Pâté with Red Cabbage Slaw served in fluffy Yorkshire pudding, perfect for festive gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 puddings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: British
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pâté
  • 300 g Cream Cheese Acts as the rich base for the pâté, making it delightfully creamy.
  • 3 heaped teaspoons Jarred Horseradish Adds a sharp, tangy kick.
  • 1 Lemon Provides acidity; extra wedges for serving.
  • 15 g Fresh Chives Offers a mild onion flavor.
  • 300 g Hot-smoked Trout The star ingredient.
For the Slaw
  • 500 g Red Cabbage Adds vibrant color and crunch.
  • 0.5 Red Onion Brings sharpness; can substitute green onions.
  • 15 g Flat-leaf Parsley Enhances flavor and adds freshness.
  • 1 Apple Adds sweetness and texture.
  • 60 g Walnut Halves Provides a nutty flavor; can swap with pecans.
  • Red Wine Vinegar Offers acidity.
For the Yorkshire Pudding
  • 300 g Plain Flour The foundation, can use gluten-free flour.
  • 300 ml Whole Milk Adds moisture; can substitute dairy-free milk.
  • 8 Large Free-range Eggs Essential for structure and lift.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Pâté Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, jarred horseradish, lemon juice, and chopped chives. Flake in the smoked trout and mix until creamy. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes.
Slaw Preparation
  1. Thinly slice red cabbage and red onion. Dice the apple and chop parsley. Combine all in a large bowl, dress with red wine vinegar and olive oil, mixing until well-coated.
Yorkshire Pudding Batter
  1. Whisk together plain flour, milk, eggs, and salt until smooth. Let rest for 15 minutes.
Cooking Yorkshire Pudding
  1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F) with a baking dish and oil. Pour in the rested batter and bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden.
Serving
  1. Create a well in the Yorkshire pudding, fill with chilled trout pâté, and top with slaw. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1puddingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill the pâté for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors. Prepare slaw dressing just before serving for optimal texture.

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