Canadian cuisine
Pate Chinois
Layered beef and carrot goodness in a pot pie style, perfect for a cozy Canadian lunch.
Pate Chinois is a classic Canadian comfort food featuring tender ground beef and sweet carrots baked under a golden puff pastry lid. Its hearty texture and savory flavor make it an ideal dish to pair with a crisp salad or steamed vegetables on the side.
Method
- 1
In a large pot of salted water, cook the potatoes until they are very tender. Drain.
- 2
With a masher, coarsely crush the potatoes with at least 30 ml (2 tablespoons) of butter. With an electric mixer, purée with the milk. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- 3
With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 190 °C (375 °F).
- 4
In a large skillet, brown the onion in the remaining butter. Add the meat and cook until golden brown. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat.
- 5
Lightly press the meat at the bottom of a 20-cm (8-inch) square baking dish. Cover with the corn and the mashed potatoes. Sprinkle with paprika and parsley.
- 6
Bake for about 30 minutes. Finish cooking under the broiler. Let cool for 10 minutes.
FAQ
Is «Pate Chinois» gluten-free?
Yes. «Pate Chinois» is a gluten-free recipe, safe for celiac disease when you use certified gluten-free products.
How many calories and carbs are in a serving of «Pate Chinois»?
One serving has 833 kcal, 105.8 g carbs, 31.9 g protein and 28.9 g fat. The recipe makes 6 servings.
Is «Pate Chinois» suitable for gestational diabetes (GDM)?
Occasionally — watch your portion size. Carb load: высокая. This is not medical advice — with GDM, check with your doctor and glucose meter.