Ingredients

Preparation

In a large cauldron, melt the lard, then brown the onion and French shallot for 3 minutes.
Add the ground pork, mix well, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes over medium heat.

Add the nutmeg, cloves, coriander, and chopped garlic.
Mix well and cook for another 3 minutes.
Cook, covered, over low heat for 45 minutes.

Remove from heat and mash the cretons with a fork. Mix in the gin and chives, then season with salt and pepper.
Place the mixture in a terrine and store in the refrigerator.

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Breakfast and brunch

Chives Cretons

Name: Chives Cretons
Prep time: 30 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons of lard; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 French shallot, finely chopped; 2 lb (1 kg) of half-lean ground pork; 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon of dried coriander, ground; 4 cloves of garlic, finely chopped; 4 tablespoons of gin; 2 tablespoons of chopped chives; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Preparation: 30 min

Servings: 1

Chive cretons are a refined variant of this popular Quebecois spread, enriched with fresh herbs for an even more delicious flavor. Prepared with ground pork, onions, and a blend of spices, these cretons pair perfectly with gin and chives for a festival of flavors. Ideal for brunch, they add a touch of originality to the table and are irresistible on toasted bread.