Herby Smoked Trout Dip

New Years Eve was a little quieter for us this year, as I’m sure it was for all of you! Staying in, every night, has slowly just become the norm. And while a fun night out (with real clothes on and friends) is absolutely missed, I’m finding pleasure in the easy nights at home with good food.

To ring in this much anticipated new year, we whipped up some snacky appetizers and then moved onto fancy grilled cheese. The star of the night? This simple smoked trout dip. Because even though a fish dip is one of those easy-to-grab premade snacks at the store, it’s truly just as foolproof to make at home. Promise.

While it’s delicious served with potato chips or crackers, you could also turn the leftovers into a trout melt on an open faced piece of toast. My boyfriend can confirm it’s goooood. We had some picked radishes in the fridge (I know, normal) so that’s the pink you see on the plate. And while you definitely don’t specifically need those, I would recommend something pickled as it adds such a great punch.

PS– this smoked trout dip can be made dairy-free!

INGREDIENTS:

(serves 4)

8 oz. smoked trout
1/2 cup cream cheese (sub dairy-free easily!)
1/4 cup mayo
1/2 lemon, juiced
2 tsp grain dijon mustard
1-2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
2 tbsp chives, chopped (more for topping)

crackers or chips, for servings
pickled anything, optional

RECIPE:

Combine the mayo and cream cheese in a small food processor, pulse together to mix. (Or mix very well by hand in a bowl.)

Peel the skin off the trout and break up into smaller pieces. Add into the food processor, along with the rest of ingredients (saving a some chives for topping).

Mix until trout is chopped and mix is somewhat smooth. The texture is up to you. If you don’t have a food processor, chop the trout up small before adding to the bowl.

Taste to see if you need more acid (lemon) and top with chives. Serve alongside chips, crackers and/or bread. And add something pickled (radish, onions, cucumbers) for an extra punch! Can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.