At Acme Smoked Fish, we appreciate all holiday traditions, especially those that involve smoked salmon, pickled herring, or any and all of the myriad varieties of smoked fish we know and love. But there’s been one holiday tradition we’ve found conspicuously lacking in smoked fish connection… The Advent Calendar. So, we took it upon ourselves to bring you the first-ever Smoked Fish Recipe Advent Calendar! Imagine, nearly a month of daily dishes designed to bring holiday cheer (and a little smoked fish holiday magic) to your table.
Starting December 1st, we’ll be posting one smoked fish recipe each day on our Instagram Reels. From crowd-pleasing appetizers to elegant dinner party dishes to festive spins on classic holiday fare, we will have you covered wherever your seasonal culinary adventures may take you this year. Consider this your home base for these recipes. Each day, we’ll update this page with a link to that day’s featured recipe, ready and waiting for you to make, bookmark, savor, and share.
Whether you’re planning a cozy dinner, a big holiday bash, or just trying to stay inspired in the kitchen while family and friends are close at hand, these recipes offer something for every occasion. Think Smoked Salmon Potato Pancakes for Hanukkah, Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice for a Christmas finger food, or a Smoked Salmon Candy Tart when you need a showstopping shareable. We are gifting you with 24 days of smoked fish recipes for when you want to impress without the stress.
Check back daily to unwrap a new recipe and follow along on Instagram for step-by-step videos and inspiration. With lox of love to you and yours, enjoy 24 days of smoked salmon, smoked tuna, and many other varieties of smoked fish prepared with heart. Happy holidays. Happy noshing.
Spicy Smoked Tuna Crispy Rice
The Recipe: Smoked Tuna Crispy Rice
A bold, sushi-inspired bite, this Spicy Smoked Tuna Crispy Rice bite layers lightly browned crispy rice with creamy avocado and the smoky heat of Acme Smoked Ahi Spicy Tuna. Crunchy, savory, and deeply satisfying, it’s a polished crowd-pleaser that feels just as right for entertaining as it does for an elevated night in.
The Recipe: Smoked Salmon Candy Board
This effortless, show-stopping board lets Smoked Salmon Candy shine alongside crisp apples, figs, grapes, dried apricots, creamy Brie, and a drizzle of honey for balance and richness. Finished with crackers, roasted nuts, and a touch of chocolate for contrast, it’s an endlessly flexible spread that’s as fun to assemble as it is to share.
The Recipe: Smoked Salmon Candy Tart
This flaky, savory smoked salmon candy tart layers golden puff pastry with whipped cream cheese, herby Boursin, and generous flakes of Smoked Salmon Candy for a playful take on a classic bagel spread. Finished with red onion, capers, fresh dill, and everything bagel seasoning, it delivers smoky-sweet depth and bright, fresh flavor in every effortless bite.
The Recipe: Sweet Heat Smoked Salmon Dip Platter
This simple, crave-worthy platter highlights Sweet Heat Smoked Salmon Dip topped with fresh chives, a touch of paprika, and an extra drizzle of hot honey for those who like it spicy. Paired with crackers, crudité, or chips, it’s an easy, irresistible crowd-pleaser made for sharing.
Mixed Greens Salad with Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese
The Recipe: Salad with Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese
This fresh, fast, and easy smoked salmon salad comes together in about 15 minutes, making it an easy go-to for a light dinner, healthy lunch, or effortless brunch. With smoked salmon as the protein, it’s a bright, satisfying main that fits just as well at the table as it does outdoors.
The Recipe: Smoked Salmon Citrus Salad
This bright citrus salad from Chef Maylin Chávez layers smoked salmon with fresh orange slices, creamy chèvre, Meyer lemon zest and juice, and a gentle heat from Aleppo pepper. Finished with pistachios for crunch, it’s a light, cooling appetizer that’s perfectly suited for warm-weather dining.
Spiced Cranberry Hot Smoked Salmon
The Recipe: Spiced Cranberry Hot Smoked Salmon
This warmly spiced hot smoked salmon pairs Acme’s slow-roasted salmon with orange zest, brown sugar, and aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and clove for deep, comforting flavor. Finished with a sweet brandy cranberry sauce, it’s an inviting seafood dish that feels equally at home on a festive table or served as a standout appetizer.
Togarashi Smoked Salmon Spring Rolls
The Recipe: Smoked Salmon Spring Rolls
These fresh, light spring rolls pair buttery smoked salmon with crisp seasonal vegetables for an easy meal that feels both refreshing and satisfying. Served with a bright, lemony dipping sauce with just a hint of heat, they’re a flexible, packable option perfect for a healthy lunch or warm-weather dining.
Smoked Salmon & Potato Pancakes
The Recipe: Smoked Salmon & Potato Pancakes
Crisp, golden potato pancakes are topped with rich smoked salmon for a comforting yet refined take on a classic pairing. Finished with simple accompaniments or enjoyed as-is, this dish delivers satisfying texture and savory depth in every bite.
Scottish Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites
The Recipe: Scottish Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites
These light, refreshing bites pair Scottish smoked salmon with crisp cucumber and a creamy crème fraîche accented by chives, shallot, capers, and cracked black pepper. Quick to assemble and easy to adapt from simple to elevated, they’re an elegant appetizer that delivers clean flavor and effortless polish.
Crispy Baby Potatoes with Pickled Herring and Dill
The Recipe: Crispy Potatoes with Pickled Herring
Golden, oven-crisp baby potatoes provide the perfect contrast to sweet, salty, and gently tangy pickled herring in this modern take on a classic pairing. Finished with fresh dill, it’s a satisfying appetizer that feels both familiar and newly relevant, ideal for snacking or casual entertaining.
Pastrami Smoked Salmon in a Blanket
The Recipe: Pastrami Smoked Salmon in a Blanket
This playful twist on a party classic swaps pigs for pastrami smoked salmon, wrapping rich, New York–style smoked salmon in flaky puff pastry. Finished with an aromatic celery-seed egg wash and served with spicy brown mustard, it’s a savory, crowd-pleasing bite with unmistakable deli flair.
Pickled Herring Canapé with Goat Cheese and Apple
The Recipe: Pickled Herring Canapé with Goat Cheese and Apple
This balanced canapé pairs sweet-tart green apple with the salty, gently sour depth of pickled herring, softened by creamy goat cheese and crisp radish. Served on hearty bread, it’s a refined, easy bite that delivers layered flavor in every mouthful.
Pissaladiere with Smoked Salmon
The Recipe: Pissaladiere with Smoked Salmon
This smoked salmon take on the classic pissaladière layers caramelized onions and fresh herbs into a tender pastry crust for a more subtle, balanced flavor. Served warm or at room temperature, it’s an elegant, make-ahead dish that fits effortlessly into any gathering.
Noodle Kugel with Smoked Salmon
The Recipe: Noodle Kugel with Smoked Salmon
These easy hand rolls showcase bold, smoky Smoked Spicy Tuna wrapped with seasoned rice, crisp vegetables, and nori for a satisfying, no-cook bite. Fun to assemble and full of flavor, they deliver sushi-inspired satisfaction without the fuss.
Smoked Salmon Candy Lettuce Wraps
These fresh, fork-free lettuce wraps layer crisp romaine with a creamy, lemony dressing, crunchy vegetables, and savory-sweet Smoked Salmon Candy for a bold take on a classic Caesar. Quick to assemble and full of contrast, they make an easy lunch or light dinner that delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
Lox, Eggs, and Chives Omelet
The Recipe: Lox and Chive Omelet
This simple omelet brings together creamy eggs, delicate smoked salmon, and fresh chives for a quick breakfast or brunch with classic flavor. Equally delicious as a scramble, it’s an easy, comforting way to enjoy lox or Nova smoked salmon any time of day.
Smoked Salmon Prosperity Salad
The Recipe: Smoked Salmon Prosperity Salad
This vibrant, vegetable-forward salad brings together crisp, colorful ingredients with tender smoked salmon as the protein. Fresh, balanced, and meant to be shared, it’s a bright, satisfying dish that celebrates texture, freshness, and abundance.
Pimento Cheese & Smoked Whitefish Salad Cracker Melt
The Recipe: Pimento Cheese & Smoked Whitefish Salad Cracker Melts
These bite-sized cracker melts layer rich smoked whitefish salad with sharp pimento cheese for a bold, crowd-pleasing appetizer. Easy to customize with other smoked fish, they’re small in size but big on savory Southern-inspired flavor.
Herring and Dill Potato Salad
The Recipe: Herring and Potato Salad
This bright potato salad pairs tender Yukon golds with Acme Dill Herring, hardboiled eggs, and pickles, all tossed in a zesty lemon-Dijon vinaigrette. Finished with crispy potato skins, shallots, and fresh dill, it delivers satisfying texture and bold, balanced flavor in every bite.
Smoked Trout & Onion Dip with Rye Crackers
The Recipe: Smoked Trout & Onion Dip with Rye Crackers
This elevated take on classic onion dip folds smoked trout into a rich, savory spread with added depth and substance. Finished with chives or scallions and served with rye crackers and crudités, it’s a nostalgic favorite made undeniably more satisfying.
Smoked Salmon Sea-Cuterie Wreath
The Recipe: Smoked Salmon Sea-Cuterie Wreath
This eye-catching sea-cuterie wreath arranges delicate smoked salmon with crisp vegetables, caper berries, and fresh dill for a centerpiece that’s as beautiful as it is flavorful. Thoughtfully composed and easy to assemble, it brings artful presentation and rich, smoky taste to any festive table.
Smoked Whitefish Cakes
The Recipe: Smoked Whitefish Cakes
These rich, flaky smoked whitefish cakes combine smoked whitefish and creamy smoked whitefish salad with sharp cheddar and cracked black pepper for deep, savory flavor. Crisp on the outside and satisfying throughout, they work just as well as an appetizer, snack, or simple meal.
24 Days of Smoked Fish, Whatever Time of Year
As the final dish is unwrapped, we hope this Smoked Fish Recipe Advent Calendar leaves you inspired to keep smoked salmon, smoked tuna, pickled herring, and smoked whitefish in regular rotation long after the holidays have passed. Whether you bookmarked a new go-to appetizer, discovered a fresh way to serve smoked fish, or simply enjoyed cooking along with us day by day, these recipes are meant to be revisited, remixed, and shared.
Ready to bring these dishes to life? Use our Store Locator to find Acme Smoked Fish near you, or stop by our weekly Fish Friday retail experience to taste, explore, and stock up with help from our team. However you celebrate, gather, or cook, we’re grateful to be part of your table. Here’s to good food, good company, and smoked fish made with care today, tomorrow, and all year long.
