Smoked Trout Spread
Smoked Trout Spread is a creamy, savory dip made by blending smoked trout with ingredients like cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. It has a rich, smoky flavor and a smooth texture, making it perfect for spreading on crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables as an appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
- 8 oz. smoked trout, bones and skin removed
- 4 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mixed chopped scallions, dill, and/or chives, plus more for serving
- 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp. prepared horseradish
- 1/2 tsp. (or more) fish sauce (optional)
- 1/4 tsp. (or more) kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp. (or more) freshly ground black pepper
- Toasted bread, crackers, and/or crudités, for serving
Instructions
- Using 2 forks, flake trout into small, bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, mix trout, cream cheese, and sour cream with a spatula until well combined. Fold in scallions and herbs, lemon juice, horseradish, fish sauce (if using), salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours or up to overnight.
- When ready to serve, taste dip and adjust seasonings. Transfer to a serving dish and top with scallions and herbs. Serve with bread alongside.
Nutrition
Calories: 96kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 248mgPotassium: 81mgSugar: 1gCalcium: 29mg
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