Module 16 · From the Sea
Smoked Mackerel Pâté with Horseradish & Cucumber
Smoked Mackerel Pâté with Horseradish & Cucumber is a keto snack with 4.7 g net carbs, 13 g protein and 23 g fat per serving (278 kcal). It serves 4 and takes 10 minutes in total.
A smooth, smoky, lemony pâté whipped in two minutes, served with cool cucumber rounds and seed crackers. Lunch, snack or starter.
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Allergens in this Ketogeni recipe: fish, milk. Includes listed optional alternatives; check actual ingredient labels and substitutions.
Yield: 4 servings · Active time: 10 min · Total time: 10 min
| Per serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Net carbohydrates | 4.7 g |
| Protein | 13 g |
| Fat | 23 g |
| Energy | 278 kcal |
| Vitamin D | 8.3 µg |
| Calcium | 44 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA + DHA) | 1.5 g |
Nutrition figures are estimates, not medical advice. Check ingredient labels and weigh your own portions, especially when tracking a strict daily carbohydrate limit. How to interpret these estimates.
Ingredients
- 250 g smoked mackerel fillets, skinned
- 150 g organic cream cheese or crème fraîche
- 2 tsp freshly grated horseradish
- 1 piece organic lemon, zest and juice
- 10 g organic dill or chives
- 300 g organic cucumber, in thick rounds
- 60 g organic radishes
Step-by-step method
- Flake the mackerel, removing any bones.
- Blitz or mash with the cream cheese, horseradish, lemon zest and juice until smooth but still a little textured.
- Fold in the herbs and plenty of black pepper.
- Serve in a bowl with cucumber rounds and radishes.
Chef’s tips
- Taste before salting: smoked mackerel is already salty.
Variations
- Use hot-smoked trout or salmon.
- Spread on seed crackers (Module 8).
Storage
Keeps 4 days in a covered jar.
Questions and answers
How many net carbs are in Smoked Mackerel Pâté with Horseradish & Cucumber?
One serving has 4.7 g net carbohydrates, 13 g protein and 23 g fat (278 kcal). The recipe makes 4 servings. These figures are estimates; your own ingredients may differ.
Can I make Smoked Mackerel Pâté with Horseradish & Cucumber ahead, store or freeze it?
Keeps 4 days in a covered jar.
Which allergens are in Smoked Mackerel Pâté with Horseradish & Cucumber?
It contains fish and milk, as listed by Ketogeni for this recipe. Always check the labels of the products you use.
Is Smoked Mackerel Pâté with Horseradish & Cucumber gluten-free?
Yes. None of the ingredients contain gluten. Check the labels of processed ingredients such as stock or spices.
Can I vary Smoked Mackerel Pâté with Horseradish & Cucumber?
Yes. Use hot-smoked trout or salmon. Spread on seed crackers (Module 8).