Best 4 Hot Smoked Salmon With Caper Cream Cheese Recipes
Hot smoked salmon with caper cream cheese is a classic gourmet appetizer or light meal that is easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser. Made with just a few simple ingredients, the combination of the smoky salmon and tangy cream cheese is both delicious and elegant. You can use your favorite type of smoked salmon for this recipe, but I recommend using a high-quality brand that has a good flavor and texture. The caper cream cheese adds a creamy and slightly tangy flavor to the dish, while the chopped chives add a bit of freshness and color. Enjoy this dish as an appetizer, served on crackers or bread, or as a main course, served with a side salad.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
EASY SMOKED SALMON
A magazine featured this recipe years ago, and it's still my favorite salmon. Just add crackers for a super simple yet elegant appetizer. -Norma Fell, Boyne City, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 45m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place salmon, skin side down, in an 11x7-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with brown sugar, salt and pepper. Drizzle with liquid smoke. Cover and refrigerate for 4-8 hours., Drain salmon, discarding liquid. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until fish flakes easily with a fork, 35-45 minutes. Cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. If desired, serve with capers and lemon slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein.
THE BEST SMOKED SALMON SPREAD
The perfect way to stretch pricey smoked salmon: Here, it's crumbled in cream cheese with fresh herbs and seasonings.
Provided by Jay
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood
Time 15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Process cream cheese in a food processor to soften completely; add salmon, capers, green onion, dill, cream, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, and lemon juice. Process the mixture again until creamy and smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 36.7 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 312.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
SMOKED SALMON SPREAD
Steps:
- Cream the cheese in an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment until just smooth. Add the sour cream, lemon juice, dill, horseradish, salt, and pepper, and mix. Add the smoked salmon and mix well. Chill and serve with crudites or crackers.
- If you can find it, I prefer Norwegian salmon; it's drier and less salty than other smoked salmon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calorie, Fat 9 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 42 milligrams, Sodium 150 milligrams, Carbohydrate 1 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 1 grams
SMOKED SALMON SPREAD
A delicious and easy spread that always gets many compliments. Serve it with somewhat bland crackers to taste the smoked salmon. You can add some chopped capers for more flavor, if needed. I usually serve this on a nice plate and put the spread in a mold before serving.
Provided by wahine
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Cream Cheese Spreads Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, stir cream cheese until it is no longer in a hard form. Add salmon, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, dill and onion; mix well. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Cholesterol 63.4 mg, Fat 19 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 452.8 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality salmon. Look for salmon that is firm and has a bright pink color. Avoid salmon that is slimy or has an off odor.
- Use a good quality smoker. A good smoker will help to ensure that the salmon is evenly smoked and has a delicious flavor. If you don't have a smoker, you can rent one from a local hardware store or restaurant supply store.
- Prepare the salmon properly. Before smoking the salmon, it is important to clean and trim it properly. Remove any bones or skin from the salmon and cut it into fillets or steaks.
- Season the salmon with a simple rub. A simple rub made with salt, pepper, and garlic powder is all you need to season the salmon. You can also add other spices or herbs to taste.
- Smoke the salmon until it is cooked through. The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the salmon and the type of smoker you are using. Generally, it will take about 1-2 hours to smoke the salmon.
- Serve the salmon with your favorite sides. Smoked salmon is delicious served with a variety of sides, such as cream cheese, capers, lemon wedges, and fresh dill. You can also use smoked salmon in salads, sandwiches, and other dishes.
Conclusion:
Hot smoked salmon with caper cream cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. By following these tips, you can create a delicious smoked salmon that your friends and family will love.
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