Smoked Salmon Dip with Savory Saltines Recipe

Name: Smoked Salmon Dip with Savory Saltines Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6-8
Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; ¼ cup sour cream; 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 Tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; ¼ teaspoon hot sauce (optional, to taste); 4 ounces smoked salmon, finely chopped; 2 Tablespoons fresh dill, chopped; 1 Tablespoon capers, drained and chopped; salt and black pepper, to taste (we like plenty of fresh cracked black pepper!); 1 sleeve of saltine crackers; ½ cup unsalted butter, melted; 1 teaspoon each of: coarsely ground black pepper, paprika, granulated garlic or garlic powder, granulated onion or onion powder, dried thyme

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Homemade

Servings

6-8

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

This dip makes the perfect appetizer or make-ahead snack! It's creamy and herby, featuring dill, capers, and our silky signature smoked salmon. Pair it with DIY savory saltine crackers for a truly satisfying bite.

Pro tip: Serve alongside our Dirty Martini Shrimp Cocktail, Caesar-Style Baked Oysters, and Caviar for an impressive sea-cuterie spread!

Ingredients

For the smoked salmon dip

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
¼ cup sour cream
2 Tablespoons mayonnaise
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon hot sauce (optional, to taste)
4 ounces smoked salmon, finely chopped
2 Tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1 Tablespoon capers, drained and chopped
salt and black pepper, to taste (we like plenty of fresh cracked black pepper!)

For Savory Saltines

1 sleeve of saltine crackers
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon each of: coarsely ground black pepper, paprika, granulated garlic or garlic powder, granulated onion or onion powder, dried thyme

Directions

Make the smoked salmon dip

In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
Add the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce (if using), and mix until well combined.
Gently fold in the smoked salmon, dill and capers.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Prepare the steak-seasoned saltine crackers

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the saltine crackers in a large bowl.
Pour the melted butter over the crackers and toss gently to coat them evenly.
Combine the seasonings and sprinkle them over the crackers and toss again until the seasoning is evenly distributed.
Spread the crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the crackers are golden and crispy. Let the crackers cool completely on the baking sheet before serving.

Assemble and serve

Transfer the smoked salmon dip to a serving bowl and arrange the seasoned saltine crackers around it.
Garnish the dip with a little extra chopped dill or smoked salmon if desired.

Recipe Video

Filed in: Appetizers/Sides and Snacks, Holiday Recipes, Homemade, Ingredients 16-20, Prep 15-30 minutes, Prep/Assembly, Salmon, Smoked Seafood, Total 30-60 minutes

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