Earthy mushrooms and truffle oil pair beautifully, while tofu adds a silky lightness. Serve with crispbreads instead of the parmesan crisps, if you like.
Step 1Heat 1⁄3 of the butter in a large, deep frying pan over medium heat and cook shallot for 10min, stirring occasionally, until softened. Scrape on to a plate. Meanwhile, cover porcini with just-boiled water from the kettle and leave to soak until needed.
Step 2Heat a little more of the butter in the empty shallot pan and fry chestnut mushrooms until tender and any moisture in the pan has evaporated – do this in 2-3 batches, adding extra butter as needed.
Step 3Whizz the cooked shallots and chestnut mushrooms with the tofu in a food processor until smooth. Drain porcini and add to the processor with the remaining pâté ingredients. Pulse briefly and check seasoning. Divide among 8 small bowls or ramekins. Cover with clingfilm and chill for 2hr, until the pâté has become firmer.
Step 4Meanwhile, make the Parmesan crisps. Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan) mark 6 and line 2 baking trays with baking parchment. Mix the Parmesan, flour and some freshly ground black pepper in a bowl. Spoon tablespoons of the mixture, spacing well apart, on to the lined trays and gently pat into 3-4 x 7cm rectangles – you should have 16. Cook in the oven for 8-10min until melted and golden. Cool completely on the trays, then lift off with a palette knife.
Step 5To serve, mix walnuts and parsley and sprinkle over pâté in a thin layer. Serve with the Parmesan crisps andsome crispbreads, if you like.
GET AHEAD Prepare to end of step 4 up to 2 days ahead. Chill pâté and store cooled crisps in an airtight container at room temperature. Complete recipe to serve.
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