LENTILS WITH SMOKED TROUT RILLETES
A new take on surf and turf, with simply cooked lentils topped with smoked trout. This plate of lentils topped with quenelle-shaped spoonfuls of smoked trout rillettes is not your run of the mill surf and turf combo. It is inspired by a wonderful dish I ate at Buvette, a tiny, lively bistro in Paris. I was there in October, less than a week after I had eaten at its equally popular twin in New York, where the menu was almost identical, except this dish wasn't offered on the New York menu when I was there (instead I enjoyed brandade). The lentils were simply cooked and came topped with a big scoop of the smoked trout rillettes, a great combo. If I were French I would make the rillettes with lots of butter, but this version has more of a Mediterranean sensibility. Use a fork, not a food processor, to mash the smoked trout, as you want the rillettes to have some texture. Any type of lentil will work here.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, lunch, dips and spreads, main course
Time 45m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a medium size pot, combine lentils, water, onion, bay leaf, garlic and optional cayenne. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Add salt, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer 30 to 40 minutes, until lentils are cooked through but still have some texture. They should not be mushy but they shouldn't be crunchy either. Taste and adjust salt. Add pepper. Using tongs, remove and discard onion and bay leaf.
- While lentils are simmering make rillettes. In a medium bowl, break up trout with your fingers or with a fork. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil and butter until well amalgamated. Mash trout with a fork, then work in olive oil and butter, and yogurt. Make sure to mash well and to distribute butter, olive oil and yogurt evenly through the mixture. Work in lemon juice and stir in minced chives and pepper. Refrigerate if not using right away. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before serving.
- Spoon warm lentils onto plates or wide bowls. To form quenelles, dip a soup spoon into warm water and scoop up a spoonful of trout mixture. With another soup spoon, round the top of the mound, then ease off on top of the lentils. Repeat with another spoonful and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 358, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 25 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 912 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Tabae kiragu
[email protected]This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The lentils and smoked trout were cooked perfectly.
Aressen Vellian
[email protected]I'm not a fan of smoked trout, but I still enjoyed this dish. The lentils were very flavorful.
Christopher Melendrez
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the lentils turned out great!
SaEen Khubaib Qureshi
[email protected]The lentils were a bit overcooked, but the smoked trout rillettes were delicious.
Leumiss Sky
[email protected]This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning.
Mamun Mamunmamun
[email protected]I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The lentils were creamy and delicious, and the smoked trout rillettes added a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Calvin Scrivner
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The lentils are always cooked perfectly and the smoked trout rillettes are so flavorful. I love serving this dish with a side of roasted vegetables or a salad.
Mati Ul Haq
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the lentils came out perfectly. The smoked trout rillettes were also delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and flavorful meal.
queenofcashflo Agajo
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and absolutely delicious. The lentils were tender and flavorful, and the smoked trout rillettes added a wonderful touch. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal.
Tazul
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of lentils, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of lentils, smoked trout, and herbs was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again!
Uzzal mim
[email protected]This recipe was a hit at my dinner party! The lentils were perfectly cooked and the smoked trout rillettes added a delicious richness. I will definitely be making this again.