Smoked salmon dip can be the perfect choice for a party appetizer. If you are throwing a party or making an appetizer to take to a party you are sure to be the life of the party with a delicious smoked salmon dip. Surprisingly easy to make and does not take a lot of preparation time. It can even be perfect if you forgot to make something and need a quick fix. Keeping some smoked salmon around the house just in case can also be a great idea. Keep reading for a complete list of the ingredients you need and how to go about putting this elegant yet delicious dip together.
For starters you are going to need to make sure that you have a few basic ingredients around the house. If you do not have these things, they are quite easy to find at the supermarket, and other than the salmon, are quite inexpensive. Here is what is needed for your smoked salmon dip recipe:
– 8 ounces of sour cream, whichever brand or flavor you like.
-16 oz of cream cheese
– 8 ounces of smoked salmon. You can find this in the same area as tuna at your local grocery store
– A splash of lemon juice and a dash of Worcestershire sauce
– A pinch of onion powder and the same amount of sliced green onion
These are the basic food ingredients that you will need for your smoked salmon dip recipe. As for preparation all you are going to need is a microwavable safe bowl and a mixing spoon.
You can start by softening the cream cheese so that it is easier to combine with the sour cream and the other ingredients. Just leave it out on the counter for an hour. If you are under a time constraint just toss it in the microwave for about 30 seconds. Once it is softened, add the sour cream and the smoked salmon. Already you are well on your way to having a delicious smoked salmon dip.
Stir in the rest of the ingredients, you can even add some chopped almonds or nuts if you are feeling extra adventurous. Be sure to add the lemon juice last as you want everything else to be mixed in before. Sample the smoked salmon dip to see if needs some extra lemon or other seasonings.
Once you have it all mixed in you should store it in the fridge for at least an hour so that it can take shape and mold together. If time permits leave it overnight to ensure the flavor can be absorbed fully.
That is pretty much it. You have made your very own smoked salmon dip. Serve it with your choice of crackers. Enjoy it on your own or share it with friends. But most of all, enjoy your smoked salmon dip.
