Wild In The Kitchen: Smoked Rainbow Trout Dip

Smoked Rainbow Trout Dip 

It won’t be long before stocked rainbow trout from hatcheries are filling Georgia’s trout waters. Whether you catch your trout or buy some at a grocery store, this appetizer will be a hit at your next family meal or party.

8 oz. smoked rainbow trout filets

6 oz. unsalted butter, softened

1 1/2 tsp grated horseradish

3 tsp whipping cream

3 tsp lemon juice

Kosher salt and white pepper to  taste

Fresh chives finely chopped

Fresh dill finely chopped

Smoke the rainbow trout with skin on and ribs removed in your smoker or on your grill. Remove the skin from the smoked trout and break it into large pieces. Place in food processor or blender and break into pencil eraser size pieces. Place in bowl and add remaining ingredients and mix well until smooth. Serve on Ritz crackers.