Ed's Smoked Catfish Dip
Dive into the rich, smoky flavors of Ed's Smoked Catfish Dip, a creamy and irresistible appetizer perfect for your next gathering. This quick and easy recipe combines tender, flaky smoked catfish with creamy cheese, tangy sour cream, and zesty lemon juice, balanced by a hint of heat from hot sauce and the depth of smoked paprika. Freshly chopped green onions and parsley add a pop of freshness, making this dip a crowd-pleasing option for pairing with crackers, veggie sticks, or toasted baguette slices. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a short chill in the fridge to meld the bold flavors, this make-ahead delight is as convenient as it is delicious. Whether you're hosting a party or enjoying a casual snack, this smoked catfish dip is sure to be a hit!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb Smoked catfish
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Hot sauce
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0 Crackers or vegetable sticks (for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Place the cream cheese in a mixing bowl and allow it to soften at room temperature for 10 minutes.
Step 2
Using clean hands or a fork, flake the smoked catfish into small pieces and remove any bones or skin as necessary.
Step 3
In the mixing bowl with the softened cream cheese, add the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, hot sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Step 4
Fold in the flaked smoked catfish, chopped green onions, and parsley. Stir gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Step 5
Taste the dip and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or hot sauce if desired.
Step 6
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dip for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Before serving, transfer the dip to a serving dish and garnish with a sprinkle of smoked paprika and additional chopped parsley, if desired.
Step 8
Serve with crackers, vegetable sticks, or toasted baguette slices.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (943.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2415.5 |
| Total Fat 184.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 74.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 662.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4567.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.5g | |
| Protein 134.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 907.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 512.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1868.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories