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Alaskan Smoked Salmon Dip Recipe

Alaskan smoked salmon dip.

Seafood skeptics, do not turn away when you hear the words Smoked Salmon Dip !  If you do, you’ll only be disappointed that you didn’t give this delectable dish a try.

It’s not a big secret that fresh salmon is a pretty big deal in Alaska.  And smoked salmon follows as a close second because it’s a common way to preserve this rich, delicious fish.

Naturally, many people have their favorite versions of Alaskan Smoked Salmon Dip.  In fact, last year at work we had a “dip off”.

I didn’t enter, but tried probably 15 dips.  Each had it’s own original twist, but something was missing.  So I’ve been playing around, developing my take on a simple smoked salmon dip recipe.

When I do recipe posts, if I’m not passing down a family tradition, I don’t just like to just post someone else’s recipe verbatim.  Jeff and I always try to put our own spin on it or in this case, create an original recipe.

So, we took the flavors we like with cooked salmon and ideas from other dips I’ve tasted, then put them into a recipe that’s very easy to make.  The core ingredients consist of:

• Flaked Smoked Salmon (not a huge fan of salmon mousse like dips, so I leave mine chunky).
• Cream Cheese and Capers, a nod to the flavors of a Lox and cream cheese bagel.
• Lemon Juice and Dill marry well together with baked salmon, and it’s no different in a dip.
• Garlic, Worcestershire Sauce, Salt and Pepper add punch and balance to the flavor.

We taste tested it Thanksgiving, 2016 , and it was pretty much to die for if I do say so myself.  Not overly fishy, but full of flavor, and creamy.  My only other tip…use good quality smoked salmon.

*Can’t quite convince you to try some seafood, then check out this recipe for  Artichoke Dip.

Ingredients

For the dip.

• 8-12 oz. Smoked Salmon
• 1-8 oz. package Cream Cheese
• 1/2 c. Mayonaise
• 1/2 c. Sour Cream
• 1 Tbsp. Lemon Juice or juice of 1/2 Lemon
• 4-6 sprigs Fresh Dill minced
• 2 Tbsp. Capers
• 1 1/2 tsp. or 1 small clove Garlic minced
• 1 Tbsp chopped Green Onion
• 1 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

Mix the dip:.

• Soften cream cheese, then blend together with mayonnaise and/or sour cream until smooth.
• Flake fillet of smoked salmon.
• Add lemon juice, dill, capers, garlic, green onions, Worcestershire sauce and flaked salmon to cream cheese mixture.
• Mix well.  (For a smoother dip, pulse in food processor to desired consistency.)
• Add salt and pepper to taste.
• Allow to chill for at least an hour, (longer for better flavor) then serve it up with your favorite crackers, vegetables, or bread product and enjoy!
• Amount of Salmon depends on how much YOU like Salmon.
• Healthy Substitutions: low or non fat mayo or sour cream, low or non fat cream cheese.  And/or use 1/2 amount of mayo and sour cream called for.
• **Want to add your own twist?  Other ingredients to try in addition to or in place of above are scallions, diced green chilis, jalapeno, Tabasco sauce, bacon, and baby shrimp.

11 Comments

It looks really delicious. I have to try it. Thanks for this recipe.

Thank you! It is now one of my favorite recipes, and more than just a little addicting:)

This is so good! Thanks for the recipe!

You’re welcome and I hope you enjoy it!

This recipe looks fantastic. I have one simple question — do you use ‘hot’ smoked salmon or cold smoked salmon? I want to be true to the recipe and appreciate your help. ( Didn’t rate because I don’t think that’s fair until I can evaluate the result fairly )

I actually prefer a bit more flakiness in my salmon dip so we use the ‘Hot’ smoked method for smoking the salmon. If you prefer more of a mousse texture, then the creamier flesh of the ‘Cold’ smoked method may work better. Give it a try, and let me know what you think!

*For readers, the “Hot and Cold” refer to the way the salmon was smoked, not the actual temperature of the fish when added:)

thanks for this! years ago my family made a dip from a recipe on the back of a package of salmon and forgot to save it. we’ve been looking for a good version ever since, and this was it!

You’re welcome! It is delicious

Have you ever tried heating this dip? Curious how it would turn out.

I haven’t heated it yet, it may pop the capers but my guess is it would be tasty!

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Super easy smoked Alaska salmon dip recipe (using canned salmon)

If you want to impress your friends & family with sophisticated-looking snack that’s deliciously easy to prepare, this smoked salmon dip recipe is definitely the way to go.

This recipe makes about 4 cups worth of smoked salmon dip, which is perfect for 8-10 people depending on the size of their snack appetite.

Here are all of the ingredients you’ll need.

Smoked Alaska Salmon Dip Ingredients

• 8oz canned (or fresh) smoked salmon
• 16 oz cream cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 tsp celery seed
• 1 tsp dried dill weed
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp jalapeno juice (or to taste)

If you want the appetizer to be more of a consistent spread, mix all ingredients together, all at once, until well blended.

Or if you want to have nice chunks of salmon in your dip, mix all ingredients except the salmon. Then gently fold in the salmon last.

If you want it to look extra fancy, you can sprinkle a pinch of dried (or fresh) dill on top for garnish.

That’s it! Plate it with crackers or toast, and prepare to receive compliments. It’s really that easy.

Using canned smoked salmon is the trick to being able to make salmon dip in under 5 minutes, because the salmon is already cooked and doesn’t need to be de-boned. Take a peek at my salmon canning recipes here.

Best Alaskan Smoked Salmon Dip Recipe

I was back in Alaska for less than 24 hours before my mom showed up and gifted me with a couple of packages of her Alaskan smoked salmon. I was so excited because I love making salmon dip.

Fishing season is here and making salmon dip is one of the tastiest ways to use your fresh catch.

Over the years, I’ve perfected my salmon dip recipe. It’s so creamy and just spicy enough. In this post, I’m going to share the best Alaskan smoked salmon dip recipe with you!

Ingredients

What you need to make alaskan smoked salmon dip.

• 8 ounces Alaskan smoked salmon 
• 12 ounces cream cheese
• 1/2 small white onion, diced 
• 2 fresh jalapeños, minced
• 1/4 cup sriracha ranch dressing
• Salt and pepper, to taste

The most important ingredient in this salmon dip is the salmon. I’m so lucky that my mom is an avid fisherman and often gifts me some of her catch. She also smokes the salmon herself!

I used smoked salmon from last year’s catch from the Kenai River. I’ve only made this recipe using smoked salmon. There are a few different ways that Alaskans like to smoke salmon, here is one way to smoke salmon Alaska-style .

The sriracha ranch dressing is another key ingredient in this recipe. It’s what makes the salmon dip super creamy and delicious.

I usually use the Hidden Valley sriracha ranch dressing but they were out of stock so I opted for the Kroger brand instead, which I found at Fred Meyer’s.

How to Make Alaskan Smoked Salmon Dip

Begin by removing the skin and bones from the smoked salmon.

Shred the smoked salmon using a fork and your hands. This will also help you find any bones that you may have missed. You definitely don’t want to accidentally eat one of those!

Combine smoked salmon with cream cheese. Mix well.

Add onion and jalapeños to the mix.

Add sriracha ranch dressing. Mix well.

Taste and add salt and pepper, if necessary. That’s all there is to it — enjoy!

I usually eat my salmon dip with Ritz crackers or on top of a toasted bagel. These combinations will satisfy all of your cravings.

Alaskan Smoked Salmon Dip

• 8 ounces Alaskan smoked salmon
• 12 ounces cream cheese
• 1/2 small white onion, diced
• 2 fresh jalapeños, minced
• 1/4 cup sriracha ranch dressing

Instructions

• Remove skin and bones from smoked salmon.
• Shred smoked salmon using a fork.
• Combine salmon with cream cheese and mix well.
• Add onion, jalapeños, and sriracha ranch dressing and mix well.
• Taste and add salt and pepper, if necessary.
• Serve as a dip with crackers or on a toasted bagel.

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Did you make my Alaskan smoked salmon dip recipe? Let me know how it tasted in the comments!

About Andrea Kuuipo

I was born and raised in Anchorage and have been able to travel to many places around Alaska. As an Alaska Travel Blogger, I love sharing my favorite things to see and do in my home state to help others plan an incredible trip!

6 thoughts on “Best Alaskan Smoked Salmon Dip Recipe”

Man, I’m going to have to try your recipe. It looks and sounds so yummy.

Let me know what you think! – Andrea

Oh this sounds amazingly delicious! I happen to have some smoked salmon from a friend of mine who lives in Alaska and fishes. She sent me some of her smoked treasures so I want to make this dip! Do you have any other recipes that you would like to share? Thanks so much! Can’t wait to try this!

Hi Patti! This is the only recipe with smoked salmon I currently have. If I don’t use it as a dip, I will just eat it on its own. It’s so good! Let me know how it turns out. – Andrea

Yay! I’m so glad you liked it, Patti 🙂

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Alaskan Smoked Salmon Dip

• Level: Easy
• Total: 10 min
• Active: 10 min
• Yield: about 2 cups

Ingredients

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8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature

1/2 cup sour cream

1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 

1/2 teaspoon lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest (from 1 lemon)

1 small clove garlic, finely grated

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

6 ounces hot-smoked salmon, finely flaked with your hands or a fork 

1 scallion, thinly sliced

Sliced carrots, celery, cucumbers and/or crackers, for serving

• Whisk together the cream cheese, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, 1 tablespoon water and a large pinch of pepper in a medium bowl until completely smooth. Fold in the smoked salmon and scallions to combine well. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper if needed. Transfer to a small serving bowl and serve with vegetables and/or crackers.

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