This creamy smoked fish dip recipe strikes the perfect balance of smoke-infused flavor with bright lemon and fresh dill.
Your party guests will love the rich flavor of this hearty appetizer. Perfect for pairing with crackers or crusty bread, this effortless dip is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that's easy to make ahead and disappears fast.
Ingredients & Substitutions
- Smoked white fish - You can substitute your favorite smoked fish, such as smoked trout.
- Cream cheese
- Sour cream
- Worcestershire sauce
- Lemon juice
- Smoked paprika
- Garlic powder
- Fresh ground pepper
- Fresh dill
- Serving: Pita chips, crackers, toasted baguette, or fresh veggies
How to make it
To make this smoked whitefish dip, mix together the softened cream cheese and sour cream in a large mixing bowl, then add the remaining dip ingredients. Stir everything together until well blended.
Storing Leftovers
Smoked fish dip is a great appetizer to make in advance because it stores well in the refrigerator for up to one week, and the flavors will continue to meld overnight. Be sure to keep it in an airtight container to prevent the smoky smell from overpowering your fridge. Simply remove it from the fridge when you are ready to enjoy, and serve chilled.
Smoked Fish Dip
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 8 ounces smoked whitefish flaked
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ lemon juiced
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder minced
- ¼ teaspoons fresh ground pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
Serving
- Crackers
Instructions
- Place the softened cream cheese and sour cream in a mixing bowl and whisk to combine. Then stir in all remaining ingredients.
- Serve with saltine crackers or toasted baguette slices.
Jan Harrod
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