Smoked Mackerel and Cream Cheese Dip
Creamy, smoky, and bursting with flavor, this Smoked Mackerel and Cream Cheese Dip is an effortless appetizer that’s ready in just 10 minutes. Made with flaked smoked mackerel fillets and luscious cream cheese, this dip is elevated with a zesty touch of lemon juice, a hint of horseradish sauce, and a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley and spring onions for a vibrant finish. Perfect for spreading over crisp crackers, serving alongside crunchy veggie sticks, or pairing with artisanal bread, this versatile dip is a must-have for gatherings, snack boards, or a quick indulgent treat. Simple to prepare yet packed with complex flavors, it’s an easy, elegant option that seafood lovers will adore.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Smoked mackerel fillets
- 150 grams Cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Horseradish sauce
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 stalks Spring onions
Instructions
Remove the skin from the smoked mackerel fillets and check for any small bones. Flake the mackerel into small pieces using your hands or a fork.
In a medium bowl, combine the flaked smoked mackerel and cream cheese. Mix well until smooth and evenly combined.
Stir in the lemon juice, finely chopped fresh parsley, and horseradish sauce for extra tang and flavor.
Finely chop the spring onions and fold them gently into the mixture.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning based on your preference.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or a few flakes of mackerel on top, if desired.
Serve immediately with crisp crackers, breadsticks, or vegetable sticks. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.3 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 83 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 731 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.9 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 286 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
