Looking for some easy appetizers made with smoked salmon? From smoked salmon dip to quiche and chowders, here are some of our favorite smoked salmon appetizers. Quick, easy, and delicious, read away and then eat away!!
Try these appetizers for your next party or get-togethers. Are you intrigued yet?
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Is Smoked Salmon Raw or Cooked?
You’ll be happy to know that smoked salmon is not raw at all, in fact it is a type of salmon that is cured with smoke – hot smoked salmon is cooked all the way through. However, there is cold smoked salmon which is uncooked but still has that same smokey flavor!
How Long Does Smoked Salmon Last?
If you’ve just arrived home with your freshly bought groceries which includes some smoked salmon, then you’ll want to pay attention here. If the smoked salmon is still nicely wrapped up, then you are good to keep it for about two weeks.
If you just couldn’t wait to open it up then that time cuts in half to about 1 week. Just ensure it is tightly wrapped in its original packaging or some saran wrap to prevent it from drying out.
Best Smoked Salmon Appetizers
Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Sushi (Philadelphia Roll Sushi)
Filled with salmon, cream cheese, cucumber and then perfectly rolled up in nori seaweed sheet and sushi rice. Don’t let the rolling part scare you away, this recipe will walk you through how to roll the sushi and how to make the creamy and delicious Philly roll sushi.
Smoked Salmon Chowder
Seattle smoked salmon chowder packed with so much more – cubed potatoes, capers, and cream cheese for extra cheesiness! To pair it perfectly and enjoy it to its full potential, grab a nice crusty baguette to soak it all up.
Smoked Salmon Dip
Store bought salmon dip has nothing on this recipe. Not only does it taste like salmon but it is rich and creamy too! With a hint of tangy cream cheese and lemon it definitely impresses most with the freshness of the dill.
Smoked Salmon Quiche
Some call it quiche, some call it man pie, whatever you call it, salmon in quiche is to die for! All it calls for is one pie crust, cheese, milk, cream, some spices, onions and yes salmon and you will have a meal that your kids will even love eating.
Smoked Salmon Guacamole
Smoked salmon and guacamole – a match made in heaven? Maybe! The smoked flavor with the citrusy guacamole is a dynamic duo!! Serve with a chip, cracker or vegetable side, and you’ll be A-OK in your family or friends books!!
Smoked Salmon Spread
An easy app that is ready in just 10 minutes and perfect for any type of gathering, this smoked salmon spread is the way to go! Even if you don’t like salmon, you’ll love this dip, especially because it isn’t difficult to make. Serve it up with some crab cakes or french toast and enjoy!
Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict
Stop here for the ultimate Sunday brunch recipe. Healthy, delicious and a treat! What more can you ask for? You can make this recipe beforehand and enjoy it later. So go on and grab the lemony hollandaise, creamy cream cheese, spicy red onions, salty capers and peppery arugula and enjoy!
Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Bagels
Loaded with homemade herb crab cheese, avocado, and capers! Not only are they loaded with flavor but easy to make too! Be sure to opt for a sesame seed bagel, and philadelphia cream cheese – in just 10 minutes you’ll have one delectable lunch!
Keto smoked Salmon Salad
Ready in just 10 minutes, this keto smoked salmon salad is nourishing and refreshing with every bite! Made with a creamy caper and chive salad dressing, fresh baby greens, soft boiled eggs all perfectly fit for brunch or anytime you are craving a healthy meal.
Smoked Salmon Sandwich
Easy to make and full of nutrients, this smoked salmon sandwich is the perfect light and healthy lunch. With ingredients that are thrown together, it is an easy, appetizing lunch. All this recipe takes is bread, cream, sprouts,avocado, tomato, radish and don’t forget salmon all within just about 10 minutes of your time!
Croque-Monsieur with Smoked Salmon
Love grilled cheese? Then this croque-monsieur with smoked salmon is right up your alley – which is just a fancy word for saying grilled cheese with salmon. Simple and delicious! The tip here is to stick to using Gruyere cheese and smoked salmon. You definitely won’t be disappointed!
Easy Smoked Salmon Appetizer: Cream Cheese and Smoked Salmon Sushi
Equipment
- Bamboo Sushi Mat
Ingredients
For Sushi Rice
- 1 cup sushi rice short grain sushi rice works the best
- 1 cup water
- 1 ½ tablespoons optional sushi vinegar or mixing 1 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1/2 tablespoon sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt
For Philadelphia Roll
- 4 oz smoked salmon
- 4 oz cream cheese cut into ½-inch strips
- 1/2 cucumber cut into ½-inch strips
- 2 sheets nori seaweed sheet
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds you can toast it in a hot skillet for a few minutes for extra flavor
Instructions
- Cook Sushi Rice: Rinse the rice and add it to the rice cooker together with water. Once cooked, transfer to a large bowl and let it cool down slightly. When it’s still very warm, stir in the sushi vinegar (or the mixture of rice vinegar, sugar and salt).
- Make Philadelphia Sushi Roll: Lay out the bamboo mat with a piece of plastic wrap on top (this will prevent rice from sticking to the bamboo).
- Place half of the nori sheet on top of the mat.
- Dip your hands in vinegar water* (this will prevent rice from sticking to your hands) and take about 3/4 cup of cooked rice. Evenly spread over nori.
- Flip so that rice is facing down.
- Flip the nori sheet and let the rice face down.
- Fold smoked salmon into 1/2-inch strips.
- Place smoked salmon, cream cheese, and cucumber on top of the nori.
- Place smoked salmon, cream cheese and cucumber strips on top of the nori.
- Place the thumbs underneath the bamboo mat and lift the edge up and over the filling.
- Roll the bamboo mat away from you and apply some pressure to tighten it up. Keep rolling until the ends meet.
- Remove the bamboo mat, and spread sesame seeds on to top of the roll.
- Cut each roll into 8 pieces. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- * Tezu water for dipping hands: Mix together 1/4 cup water and 2 teaspoon rice vinegar.
- To prevent your sushi roll from falling apart, you’ll need to squeeze the roll tightly while rolling. Try to tuck and pull the bamboo mat tightly.
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