Name: Smoked Salmon Rillettes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Total time: 10 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup finely chopped shallots (about 2 small); 1 cup crème fraîche; 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted; 8 ounces smoked salmon; 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest; 4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper; 1/4 cup finely chopped chives, plus more for garnish; Rye crackers and flaky sea salt (for serving)

Photo by Andrew Purcell, Food Styling by Carrie Purcell, Prop Styling by Alex Brannian

We've made this delectable and super simple salmon dip even easier by using smoked salmon in place of the more classic poached fish. A combination of whipped butter and crème fraîche makes it irresistibly creamy.

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