French Dish

Pâté Lorrain

Pâté lorrain

Also known as: Pate Lorrain, Lorraine meat pie, Pâté en croûte lorrain

What is Pâté Lorrain?

A traditional meat pie from Lorraine of marinated pork and veal wrapped in puff pastry. The meat is marinated in wine with herbs before being enclosed and baked.

Typical Ingredients

pork
veal
puff pastry
flour
butter
white wine
shallots
parsley
thyme
bay leaves

Allergen Information

Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.

Eggs
Often Present
Dairy
Often Present
Gluten
Often Present
Sulphites
Sometimes Present

Puff pastry contains flour, butter, and eggs. Wine used in the marinade (sulphites). One of the oldest recorded French recipes (1392).

Questions to Ask Staff

Important questions to confirm with restaurant staff.

Is wine used in the meat marinade?

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