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Smoked Fish Dip

Smoked Fish Dip That Will Wow Your Guests Instantly

This Smoked Fish Dip combines smoked whitefish and pickled peppers for a quick, creamy appetizer that guests will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 8 oz Smoked Whitefish or smoked salmon
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese low-fat for lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for healthier substitute
  • 1/4 cup Diced Onion red onion for sweetness or omit
  • 1/2 cup Pickled Banana Peppers or mild pickled jalapeños
  • 1 tbsp Hot Sauce adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce optional but recommended
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Smoked Fish Dip
  1. In a food processor, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, diced onion, pickled banana peppers, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Blend for about 1-2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gently peel away the skin of the smoked whitefish, checking for any small bones and discarding them. Break the fish into large chunks.
  3. Add the smoked whitefish to the food processor mixture, pulsing for 15-20 seconds to incorporate while keeping texture.
  4. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dip is best served chilled and can be made a day in advance for enhanced flavor.

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