Smoked Trout Dip
This smoked trout dip is brought to you by cooked trout and liquid smoke, perfect for when you don't have a smoker and want something quick and easy.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 151kcal
Cost: Recipe $6.46 / Serving $0.81
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened ($1.86)
- ⅓ cup sour cream ($0.33)
- 1 cup cooked trout, shredded and deboned ($3.93)
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice ($0.01)
- ½ tablespoon Worcestershire sauce ($0.06)
- 1 teaspoon paprika ($0.08)
- ½ teaspoon liquid smoke ($0.08)
- ½ teaspoon garlic, minced ($0.02)
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced ($0.09)
Instructions
- Cream the Base: In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
- Add the Trout & Seasonings: Add the shredded trout, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, liquid smoke, and minced garlic. Mix until evenly combined.
- Fold in Onion: Gently fold in the sliced green onion, reserving a small amount for garnish if desired.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle additional paprika and reserved green onion over the top. Serve with crackers or vegetables.
Notes
- Shredding Tip: Cooked trout shreds very easily with an electric mixer, similar to chicken but faster due to its natural flake.
- Storage: Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
- Freezing: This dip may be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and stir well before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.8g | Protein: 7.4g | Fat: 12.4g | Saturated Fat: 6.9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3.3g | Cholesterol: 46.6mg | Sodium: 118.6mg | Potassium: 172.5mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1.3g | Vitamin A: 113.5IU | Vitamin C: 1.1mg | Calcium: 62.6mg | Iron: 0.2mg
