Vegetarian Rillettes de Porc

Reimagine the classic French "Rillettes de Porc" with this delightful vegetarian twist that’s both hearty and flavorful. This Vegetarian Rillettes de Porc features a rich, pâté-like spread made with savory cremini mushrooms, tender brown lentils, and aromatic herbs like thyme and rosemary. Slow-cooked in a fragrant vegetable stock and blended with a hint of butter and zesty lemon juice, the result is a creamy yet textured spread that pairs perfectly with crusty bread or crisp crackers. Ready in just under 90 minutes, this plant-based dish delivers all the indulgence of traditional rillettes while being entirely meat-free—perfect for entertaining or casual snacking. Whether you're exploring vegetarian charcuterie board options or seeking a unique appetizer, this recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 300 grams Cremini mushrooms
• 200 grams Brown lentils
• 500 ml Vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 1 teaspoon Rosemary
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 50 grams Butter

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

Clean and chop the cremini mushrooms roughly.

Step 3

Finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the garlic and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the chopped mushrooms, thyme, and rosemary. Cook until the mushrooms have released their liquid and begin to brown, about 10 minutes.

Step 7

Introduce the rinsed lentils into the pan, stirring to mix well with the mushroom and onion mixture.

Step 8

Pour in the vegetable stock and add the bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan. Let it cook for about 35-40 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and have absorbed most of the liquid.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf, and then transfer the mixture to a food processor. Add the salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and butter.

Step 11

Pulse the mixture until you achieve a coarse pâté-like texture. Do not over-process; it should retain some texture.

Step 12

Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.

Step 13

Allow the rillettes to cool, then transfer to a serving dish or jars. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Step 14

Serve chilled or at room temperature with bread or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1255.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1200.2

Total Fat 75.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 117.5mg	0%
Sodium 3831.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 101.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.3g	0%
Total Sugars 25.1g
Protein 37.7g	0%

Vitamin D 29IU	0%
Calcium 263.4mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 3315.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.0%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 32.8%