Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsJourdan River SteamerSmoked Tuna Dip Recipe

Smoked Tuna Dip Recipe

Time50m
Serves6

Yellow Fin Tuna in all its glory!

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Ingredients

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Smoked Tuna Base

Method

Smoked Tuna Base

  1. 1

    Prep tuna and soft base

    Flake the smoked yellowfin tuna into a medium bowl, removing any stray bones. Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature 10–15 minutes so it's easily mashable. In a separate bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, black pepper, and sea salt until smooth and slightly airy.

  2. 2

    Combine

    Fold the flaked smoked tuna into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula, leaving some larger flakes for texture. Taste and adjust seasoning (add up to 1/4 tsp more salt or 1/2 tsp more lemon juice if desired).

Aromatics & Herbs

  1. 3

    Prepare aromatics

    Finely mince the shallot and pat it dry on a paper towel to remove excess moisture and sharpness. Chop the capers and slice the chives and dill (if using).

  2. 4

    Fold aromatics in

    Gently fold the minced shallot, chopped capers, sliced chives, and chopped dill into the tuna mixture until evenly distributed. Reserve about 1 teaspoon of chives and 1/2 teaspoon of capers for garnish.

Finishing & Garnish

  1. 5

    Adjust texture and chill

    If the dip feels too thick, stir in 1–2 teaspoons of water or additional lemon juice until you reach a scoopable, spreadable consistency. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, cover, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld (up to 4 hours).

  2. 6

    Finish and serve

    Just before serving, drizzle the extra-virgin olive oil over the top, sprinkle the reserved chives and capers, add the lemon zest and a light dusting of smoked paprika. Serve chilled or at cool room temperature with toasted baguette slices or crackers.

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