Terrine

A terrine is a type of French pâté, usually made from pork, that is cooked in a dish similar to a loaf pan. It can be made with other meats, such as veal, lamb, or poultry, and can even be vegetarian. The word "terrine" comes from the Latin word for earth or earthenware, which is where these dishes were originally cooked.

The first recorded terrine recipe was in the 13th century cookbook Le Viandier, which included a recipe for pork cooked in an earthenware dish. This dish was likely the forerunner of the modern-day pork terrine.

Pork terrines became popular in the 17th century, when they were often served as hors d'oeuvres or first course dishes. They reached the height of their popularity in the 19th century, when they were served at fashionable dinner parties. Terrines were often very elaborate, and could be decorated with aspic or fruits.

Advice

When making a terrine, it is important to use the freshest ingredients and to be patient with the process. Start by layering a mixture of vegetables, meats, and herbs in a baking dish, then top with a savory custard. Make sure to use a sharp knife to cut the terrine into even slices when serving. To add complexity of flavor, try using a variety of herbs and spices, such as thyme and rosemary. When baking the terrine, it is important to cover it with foil or parchment paper and to cook it at a low temperature for an extended period of time. Lastly, remember to let the terrine cool completely before serving, as this will help to ensure that it is not overly moist.

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Recipes

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Duck and Pork Terrine Recipe

  • bacon
  • thyme
  • bay leaf
  • duck breast
  • madeira
  • chicken liver
  • thyme
  • clove
  • ginger
  • nutmeg
  • mushroom
  • egg
  • butter
  • black pepper
  • duck leg
  • shallot
  • milk
  • garlic
  • pork chop
  • white bread
  • salt
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Chicken and Vegetable Terrine

  • salt
  • egg
  • garlic
  • ground chicken
  • black nicoise olife
  • vegetable oil
  • carrot
  • white wine vinegar
  • clove garlic until
  • white bread crumb
  • haricots vert
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Duck Terrine

  • salt
  • bread crumb
  • cognac
  • foie gra
  • ground pork
  • veal
  • pistachio
  • juniper berry
  • nutmeg
  • fatback
  • olive oil
  • carrot
  • garlic
  • egg
  • onion
  • mallard duck
  • parsley
  • thyme
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Roasted Vegetable Terrine

  • salt
  • parmesan cheese
  • olive oil
  • red pepper flake
  • basil
  • tomato
  • walnut
  • yellow bell pepper
  • thyme
  • bell pepper
  • yellow squash
  • zucchini
  • eggplant
  • balsamic vinegar
  • oregano
  • parsley
  • garlic
  • spinach
  • goat cheese
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Pheasant Terrine

  • thyme
  • butter
  • pork belly
  • salt pork
  • brandy
  • parsley
  • pink peppercorn
  • egg
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Gefilte Fish Terrine

  • matzo
  • lemons zest
  • heavy cream
  • dill
  • pepper
  • horseradish
  • carrot
  • onion
  • shallot
  • pike
  • salmon
  • arugula
  • matzo meal
  • salt
  • egg
  • olive oil
  • red radish
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Goose Liver Terrines

  • salt
  • chicken stock
  • heavy cream
  • rye cracker
  • garlic
  • goose liver
  • shallot
  • butter
  • concord grape juice
  • thyme
  • powdered gelatin
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Venison Terrine with Red Currant Sauce

  • lemon juice
  • an orange juice
  • salt
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  • milk
  • ginger
  • sugar
  • smoked ham
  • red currant
  • venison
  • honey
  • red currant jelly
  • tomato
  • swedish mustard
  • cinnamon
  • onion
  • bread crumb
  • thyme
  • garlic
  • egg
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Eggplant Terrine

  • salt
  • tomato
  • basil
  • heavy cream
  • parsley
  • thyme
  • envelope gelatin
  • garlic
  • red pepper
  • onion
  • celery
  • olive oil
  • egg
  • egg yolk
  • goat cheese
  • eggplant
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Madame Carter's Provençal Herb Terrine

  • allspice
  • cinnamon
  • clove
  • nutmeg
  • white wine
  • marjoram
  • oregano
  • summer savory
  • thyme
  • black pepper
  • pork liver
  • shallot
  • salt
  • pork belly
  • cognac
  • port
  • caul sheet
  • fatback
  • garlic
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Rabbit and Herb Terrine

  • salt
  • white wine
  • branch thyme
  • juniper berry
  • fatback
  • savory
  • saltpeter
  • sugar
  • egg
  • rabbit
  • shallot
  • pork belly
  • bay leaf
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Lemon Verbena Octopus Terrine

  • octopus
  • ginger
  • salt
  • octopus
  • green peppercorn
  • coconut oil
  • onion
  • garlic
  • lemon verbena
  • pickled mustard seeds
  • salt
  • shallot
  • rice vinegar
  • water
  • yellow mustard seed
  • blackberry
  • sugar
  • garlic
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Ham and Parsley Terrine

  • salt
  • parsley
  • white wine
  • garlic
  • gelatin
  • unsmoked ham
  • black peppercorn
  • bay leaf
  • thyme
  • celery
  • shallot
  • onion
  • carrot
  • unsmoked ham hock
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Salmon and Whiting Terrine

  • salt
  • chive
  • parsley
  • butter
  • dijon mustard
  • crème fraîche
  • whiting
  • lemon juice
  • salmon
  • egg whites egg yolk
  • olive oil
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Venison Terrine (Dádýrakæfa)

  • water
  • red currant
  • cranberry
  • pistachio
  • ginger
  • clove
  • salt
  • thyme
  • black pepper
  • garlic
  • venison
  • onion
  • potato starch
  • olive oil
  • tawny port
  • egg
  • pork fatback
  • chicken liver

Ingredient Breakdown

 
salt
garlic
egg
thyme
parsley
butter
shallot
olive oil
onion
sugar
heavy cream
carrot
lemon juice
pepper
black pepper
ginger
nutmeg
white wine
bread crumb
bacon
water
bay leaf
clove
milk
goat cheese
egg yolk
walnut
honey
fatback
basil
tomato
pork belly
salmon
cinnamon
vegetable oil
port
semisweet chocolate
chicken liver
white bread
red raspberry
light corn syrup
cranberry
powdered gelatin
black peppercorn
cognac
pistachio
juniper berry
eggplant
balsamic vinegar
oregano
red currant
venison
celery
dijon mustard
crème fraîche
mace
sausage
meat
coffee
cheddar cheese
shiitake mushroom
broccoli rabe
duck breast
madeira
mushroom
duck leg
pork chop
baguette
pine nut
basil pesto
oil tomato
mint
vanilla extract
raspberry liqueur
powdered sugar
almond extract
chicken breast
grain mustard
truffle
pork
chocolate chip
pasta
brown sugar
ground chicken
black nicoise olife
white wine vinegar
clove garlic until
white bread crumb
haricots vert
apricot
fig
green pistachio
currant
blue cheese
mascarpone cheese
ham
calf' foot
veal bone
chicken broth
tarragon
egg white
red wine vinegar
foie gra
ground pork
veal
mallard duck
lemon zest
macadamia nut
chicken
parmesan cheese
red pepper flake
yellow bell pepper
bell pepper
yellow squash
zucchini
spinach
salt pork
brandy
pink peppercorn
salad green
cream cheese
cilantro
smoked salmon
anaheim chile
orange
vanilla bean
orange juice
matzo
lemons zest
dill
horseradish
pike
arugula
matzo meal
red radish
calvado
whipped cream
sweet tart apple
chicken stock
rye cracker
goose liver
concord grape juice
an orange juice
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smoked ham
red currant jelly
swedish mustard
envelope gelatin
red pepper
allspice
marjoram
summer savory
pork liver
caul sheet
branch thyme
savory
saltpeter
rabbit
octopus
green peppercorn
rice vinegar
yellow mustard seed
blackberry
coconut oil
lemon verbena
cointreau
light brown sugar
gelatin sheet
grapefruit
gelatin
unsmoked ham
unsmoked ham hock
chive
whiting
egg whites egg yolk
bread
roquefort cheese
granny smith apple
potato starch
tawny port
pork fatback

Insights

Staple Ingredients

  • salt 17%

Rarey Ingredients

  • salt 17%