Discover other convenient proteins that don’t skimp on flavor

Hooked on tinned fish? Then snack on another savory favorite: pâté. Both are rich, flavor-packed proteins that belong on toast, bagels, and crackers. They share a specific brand of elegance, one that sparks a gourmand’s spirit from the very first bite. So if you’ve been eating your body weight in sardines in oil, it’s time to branch out from the can and open a fresh slice of pâté.

Staple to Gourmet

Tinned fish was once seen as a humble pantry staple. But its status has risen, thanks to quality, carefully sourced ingredients and delicious flavor combinations, into a certified snack-plate star. Pâté has similar humble beginnings. Dating back to Ancient Rome and Egypt, people crafted pâtés for centuries, originally to preserve meats. Later, the French military used tinned pâtés as rations given their convenience and nutritional value. Today, however, pâté has earned a somewhat luxury foodie reputation. So, we’re here to tell you: if you like tinned fish, you’d probably love pâté too.

Tinned Pâté vs. Fresh Pâté

While shelf-stable tinned fish and pâtés last longer in your pantry, fresh, refrigerated, artisan pâtés like Alexian make up for a shorter shelf life with all-natural, premium ingredients. We make our pâtés without artificially processed preservatives, using only humanely sourced meat, poultry, and game, and you can taste the difference.

Convenience Cooking

Pâté is just as convenient as tinned seafood. Simply open and enjoy; zero cooking required. One small difference? Pâté lasts a little longer than most single-serving tinned fish. After opening, it keeps for around 5-7 days in the refrigerator, if wrapped in plastic or sealed in an airtight container.

A Little More Indulgent

Nutrition-wise, pâtés have a higher fat content than tinned seafood, though, as they say in Europe, “the fat carries the flavor.” Given the rich, oily packed delicacies on the rise, pâtes are just a different end of the richness scale. So while it might not be part of your weekly meal prep plan, pâte fits right into that savory treat sweet spot.

Ways to Enjoy

Try pâté in the same ways you enjoy tinned fish. Spread on toasts, incorporated into incredible pastas, piled onto chips and crackers; there are endless ways to get creative with pâté. Both belong on the modern charcuterie board, and maybe, if you’re brave enough, in the same bite.

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