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Mock Chopped Liver (Childs)

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This Mock Chopped Liver is a hearty, vegan alternative to the classic delicatessen staple, crafted from earthy lentils, crunchy walnuts, and deeply savory caramelized onions. The addition of green beans provides a fresh texture, while peanut butter and garlic add a subtle richness and depth of flavor that mimics the mouthfeel of traditional liver p&# 195;¢té. It has a smooth, spreadable consistency with a robust, umami-packed taste profile. Perfect for serving on toasted bagel slices, crisp crackers, or as a flavorful spread in sandwiches. This dish is ideal for potlucks, holiday appetizer spreads, or as a comforting snack for vegetarian and vegan guests who miss traditional Jewish comfort foods.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12
Calories: 69.6
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This Mock Chopped Liver is a hearty, vegan alternative to the classic delicatessen staple, crafted from earthy lentils, crunchy walnuts, and deeply savory caramelized onions. The addition of green beans provides a fresh texture, while peanut butter and garlic add a subtle richness and depth of flavor that mimics the mouthfeel of traditional liver p&# 195;¢té. It has a smooth, spreadable consistency with a robust, umami-packed taste profile. Perfect for serving on toasted bagel slices, crisp crackers, or as a flavorful spread in sandwiches. This dish is ideal for potlucks, holiday appetizer spreads, or as a comforting snack for vegetarian and vegan guests who miss traditional Jewish comfort foods.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Dried Lentils;
Directions
  1. 1
    Rinse the dried lentils and cook them until soft, then drain thoroughly.
  2. 2
    Boil or steam green beans until cooked but still firm, not mushy; drain well.
  3. 3
    Sauté diced onions in oil over medium heat until very soft and turning brown.
  4. 4
    Add garlic cloves to the onions and sauté briefly until fragrant.
  5. 5
    Place the cooked lentils, green beans, peanuts, walnuts, onion mixture, and peanut butter into a food processor.
  6. 6
    Blend the mixture until smooth, processing in batches if your food processor is small.
  7. 7
    Season with salt, pepper, and Spike seasoning to taste.
  8. 8
    Transfer the spread to a serving bowl and serve with crackers or as a sandwich spread.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 69.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1.2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 12.0g4%
Dietary Fiber 4.7g19%
Sugars 1.1g
Protein 5.4g11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: This recipe makes a large batch. It freezes well; ensure lentils and green beans are well drained before freezing. Stir well after thawing.

Substitutions: If you do not have Spike seasoning, use a blend of paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Unsweetened peanut butter adds richness; almond butter can be used for variety.

Preparation Tip: If your food processor is not large enough, blend ingredients in separate batches (lentils/beans, then nuts/onions) and mix together manually.

Serving Suggestion: Serve on toasted bagel halves, crisp crackers, or as a filling for sandwiches with lettuce and tomato.

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