Seafood Terrine with Scallops, Salmon, and Shrimp

This seafood terrine is a refined cold starter that looks impressive while staying quite manageable to prepare.

The mix of salmon, shrimp, and scallops gives it a delicate texture and a light seafood flavor that works well for a festive meal or a special lunch.

Ingredients

• 200 g salmon, cut into small pieces
• 150 g cooked shrimp
• 120 g scallops
• 200 ml thick cream
• 2 eggs
• 40 g breadcrumbs or fine grated bread
• 2 tablespoons chopped chives
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 pinch of salt
• 1 pinch of black pepper

How to make it

1. Prepare the mixture

Blend or finely mix the cream, eggs, breadcrumbs, lemon juice, chives, salt, and pepper. Add the salmon and part of the shrimp so the mixture stays creamy but still textured.

2. Fill the loaf pan

Line a loaf pan if needed, then pour in the seafood mixture. Smooth the top and arrange whole shrimp and scallops over the surface for a neater finish.

3. Bake gently

Bake the terrine in a water bath at 160°C until just set, about 45 to 55 minutes depending on the pan size. The texture should stay tender rather than dry.

4. Chill before serving

Let it cool completely, then refrigerate for several hours. This resting time helps the slices hold their shape and improves the flavor.

Helpful tip

Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water before slicing. Clean slices make the terrine look much more elegant on the plate.

Conclusion

This seafood terrine with scallops, salmon, and shrimp is fresh, elegant, and perfect when you want a starter that can be prepared ahead. Its delicate texture and neat slices make it especially useful for holidays, brunches, or shared family meals.