Smoked Tuna Dip

Creamy, smoky, and satisfying only begin to describe this incredible dip. It's easy, elegant, rich, and perfect for your favorite crackers, chips, and vegetable crudites.

Makes about 2½ cups

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings

Calories 211kcal

Author Imma

Ingredients

10 ounces (300g) smoked tuna (or two 5-ounce cans)
½-¾ cup (115-180g) mayonnaise
8 ounces (250g) cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon (15ml) Worcestershire sauce
½ lemon, juiced (about 1 tablespoon of lemon juice)
1-2 teaspoons (3-6g) garlic powder
1-2 teaspoons (2-5g) onion powder
1 teaspoon (3g) Creole seasoning (optional)
salt and pepper to taste
½-1 teaspoon (2-3g) smoked paprika
hot sauce to taste
1 green onion, diced
1-2 drops liquid smoke (optional)
1 tablespoon (4-5g) chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

Flake the smoked tuna (drain and flake if using canned tuna).
Mix the flaked tuna, mayo, cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, garlic and onion powder, Creole seasoning, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, hot sauce, and diced green onions in a large bowl. If using canned tuna, you may want to mix in a drop or two of liquid smoke.
Whisk by hand or with an electric mixer until it reaches the preferred consistency. The more you whisk, the creamier it will be.
Chill in the fridge for 30-60 minutes so it firms up and develops flavor. Garnish with chopped parsley and enjoy with crackers and chips.

Notes

Canned tuna will work in a pinch as long as it has been well-drained.
Feel free to adjust the ratios of mayo to cream cheese to fit your family's preference. The mayo will make it creamier, while the cream cheese will create a denser dip with a little more tang.
Liquid smoke provides that smoky flavor without having to smoke anything. However, start with just a drop, as it's quite potent.
A pinch of Creole seasoning is a nice addition, and cayenne adds a little heat.
Please keep in mind that the nutritional data is an approximation and can vary greatly based on the ingredients used in the recipe.

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