If you have ever wondered what you can do with smoked fish, your answer awaits you here. Smoked fish - salmon, haddock, trout, etc. - is quite versatile and can be turned into a number of things. This includes everything from sandwich fillings and soups to salads and pies. Go ahead and check out these recipes for yourself!
You don't have to go down to the deli to enjoy a delicious bagel. Instead, use this recipe to make a cafe worthy version right at home! Toast the bagels and then spread cream cheese mixed with dill and lemon juice onto each side. Top this off with smoked salmon, shaved strips of cucumber, capers, and red onions. Close the bagel and enjoy!
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You have got to make this smoked trout dip as an appetizer for your next party! All you have to do is blend sour cream, cream cheese, mayo, spices, lemon juice, and smoked trout together. Then served with crackers or any other side that you like!
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Comforting, cozy, and just the thing you need on a cold evening - this chowder is incredible! Start by boiling the fish and then cooking the veggies, garlic, and herbs in the same water. Mash some of the veggies to make the chowder chunky and then continue cooking the soup, adding in the smoked fish and milk. Serve with crusty bread while hot!
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This smoked mackerel pate makes for a delicious appetizer or even a starter - best of all, it is healthy too! All you have to do is flake the smoked mackerel and mix it in with cream cheese, lemon zest and juice, horseradish, and seasonings! Then serve with crusty bread or crackers.
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The star of the show is this freshly smoked red snapper! Coat the fish in salt, pepper, and smoked paprika before smoking. Then, dice it up and add it to tortillas along with tomatoes, red onions, and any other fresh veggies of your choice!
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This smoked whitefish salad is super simple but sure to be a hit! The hardest part is peeling and shredding the smoked whitefish. Once this is done, it is just a matter of adding mayo, sour cream, celery, dill, and chives to it and mixing it all together. Serve on top of bagels or rye bread.
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If you are looking for brunch ideas, then look no further than this quiche! This filling and delicious dish has everything you need. Here, smoked trout rubs shoulders with a creamy base made of thinly sliced potatoes, goat cheese, and dill!
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This recipe may look fancy but it is a lot simpler to whip up than you might think - then you can impress family and friends alike! Prepare a creamy homemade hollandaise sauce, pair it with a perfectly poached egg, and top this off with smoked salmon!
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This is a great recipe if you want to impress people with your cooking skills. While it can seem fancy, with the proper instruction, you will be able to whip up this incredible risotto without any hassle at all! Here, smoked haddock risotto is cooked in a delicious combination of rosemary, milk, stock, and wine!
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You couldn't have imagined that a frittata could have tasted so good! In addition to the delicious smokiness from the trout, this frittata boasts aromatic flavors combined with herbs. The cheese adds more than a hint of creaminess here!
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This pie contains both smoked fish as well as whitefish (or salmon). The fish are cooked in fish stock along with aromatics and seasonings. When done, they are transferred to a baking dish and topped off with mashed potatoes. All of this is baked until golden brown.
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This sandwich has so many layers of flavor to it! First, the bread is spread with a mayo and horseradish mix. This is topped off with smoked trout. Then, you add in greens and green onions that are mixed with fig jam and seasonings. Just delicious!
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This is a decadent and tasty dish that is perfect for dinner! Here, the penne is tossed in a homemade creamy sauce and mixed in with smoked fish and peas. Dill adds a pop of brightness into the mix.
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Have a kid who is a bit fussy about eating fish? These smoked fishcakes will put an end to this! The smoked mackerel is combined with mashed potatoes, seasonings, and a bit of horseradish. It is then dredged in egg, covered in breadcrumbs, and cooked until golden brown!
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This is where baked potatoes meet smoked fish! Here, baked potatoes are scooped out and then filled with a potato, smoked haddock, creme fraiche, cheese mix. Pop it in the oven again and bake until golden brown!
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If you are all about flavorful dips, you are going to love this recipe! It starts off with freshly smoked fish of your choice. This is mixed in with mayo, cream cheese, herbs, spices, seasonings, and lemon juice to brighten things up. Hot sauce and horseradish bring the heat!
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This bake takes just half an hour to prepare, making it perfect for weeknight meals! The smoked haddock is mixed with herbs, veggies, aromatics, eggs, and heavy cream. This dish is sprinkled with cheese then baked!
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Tired of the same old burger patties? Give this recipe a try instead! The smoked fish is combined with boiled potatoes, seasonings, and dill. Form into patties, dredge in flour, and fry until golden brown. Then, serve with a mayo, garlic, and dill sauce!
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Want to impress family or friends with a fancy smoked fish pizza? This is the recipe to try out! Spread an unbaked pizza crust with mascarpone cheese and top this with white fish mixed with mayo, sour cream, spices, and celery. Top with fried capers and bake until the dough is nice and golden!
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These crispy smoked fish rolls do require a bit of effort but the moment that you bite into one of these beauties, you will know that it was all worth it! Shredded veggies and smoked fish are sauteed and seasoned with curry powder. This filling is added to homemade pastry, rolled, and baked until nice and crunchy!
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These delicious sushi rolls are proof that it is easier for you to make sushi at home than you might think! Lay nori on a mat and spoon cooked sushi rice on top. Dot with wasabi and layer smoked salmon, cucumber, and avocado. Roll this up, slice, and serve!
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This is a tasty and comforting dish, perfect for when you want to try something a little different! For this recipe, the haddock is poached in water with a bay leaf. This water is then used to cook rice along with curry powder and aromatics. Peas, the smoked fish, and quartered boiled eggs are added to the cooked rice and heavy cream and parsley is stirred in!
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This is the most incredible rice paper rolls - light, delicious, and just perfect when the weather's hot and you don't want to cook! Dampen the rice paper rolls and place some cooked vermicelli noodles, top with smoked salmon, veggies, avocado, dill, and a drizzle of lemon juice. Wrap and serve with your favorite dipping sauce!
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You might not have thought that healthy quesadillas were a thing but they are! These quesadillas are healthy but they also have a ton of amazing flavor that makes it feel like a treat. Here, the tortilla is spread with quick pickled peas and onions with cream cheese and then topped with smoked salmon. Top with another tortilla and grill on each side. Slice and enjoy!
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This smoked halibut enchilada recipe is just incredible! Here, you learn how to smoke the halibut from scratch as well as how to make a homemade tomatillo salsa. The tortillas are stuffed with charred corn, black beans, and smoked halibut. They are then rolled, topped off with the salsa, sour cream, and cheese before baking!
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This is a great breakfast dish or even when you are craving a healthy snack! Toast the bread and mash a slice of avocado onto it. Top this with flaked smoked mackerel and sliced spring onions. Squeeze some lime juice over this all and enjoy!
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This is a creamy bruschetta with a smoky and spicy kick to it - just perfect as an appetizer for dinner! Creme fraiche, horseradish cream, and lemon juice are whipped together and the smoked salmon, capers, shallots, and chervil are added in. Spread sourdough bread with creme fraiche and then top with the smoked salmon mix.
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This is such an easy salad but one that has a ton of flavor, making it a very satisfying dish! Add romaine lettuce to a bowl and top with smoked fish, bacon crumbles, parmesan cheese, canned artichokes, and plenty of caesar salad dressing!
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Creamy and decadent, this is just the recipe you need when you want a comforting dish! Here, you layer boiled potato slices in a baking dish and top off with aromatics cooked in butter, smoked haddock, bacon, and cream. When you get to the final layer, bake!
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Deviled eggs were probably a staple at family gatherings when you were growing up but here is a way to take them to the next level! Halve boiled eggs and scoop out the yolks. Add the yolks to smoked trout, mayo, dijon mustard, and lemon juice. When pureed, pour into pastry bags and pipe into the hardboiled egg whites!
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Well, there you go - here is everything that you can do with smoked fish! It doesn't matter if it is smoked salmon, smoked trout, smoked haddock, or any other kind of fish. As you can see, there are so many dishes that you can prepare - dips, tacos, pies, and even pizza. So, what are you waiting for? Go ahead and try your hand at these incredible recipes today - you will not be disappointed!
