TARAMOSALATA: CARP ROE SPREAD

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Provided by Cat Cora

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup water
1/2 cup milk
3 slices white bread, about 1-inch thick, crust removed
1/2 cup tarama (carp roe)
1 yellow onion, minced
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 cup olive oil
Water, as needed
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
Crostini, recipe follows
1 clove minced garlic
2 tablespoons butter, softened
12 slices crusty bread

Steps:

  • Combine the water and milk. Soak the bread in water and milk and squeeze it dry. Put the bread, tarama, onion, lemon juice, and olive oil in a food processor and blend until smooth. Add water as needed. Fold in chopped parsley and refrigerate overnight. Serve with crostini. Notes: Taramosalata is found in every Greek household, especially during the Lenten season. It is also Also very popular in taveranas all over Greece. It is best eaten on crisp pita or crackers as a meze with ouzo or Restina wine. It is a dish that Greeks eat on a daily basis.
  • For crostini:
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the garlic and butter. Brush the butter/garlic mixture onto each slice of bread. Place the bread on a sheet pan and bake until crisp and golden brown, about 10 minutes.

Faith Ndegwa
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I made this taramosalata for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


ezekiel adewole
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This taramosalata is amazing! I love the salty, fishy flavor. It's perfect for a party or a snack.


Nataliia Kytsyshyna
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I've never made taramosalata before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out great and I will definitely be making it again.


Natukunda Charity
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This is a great recipe for taramosalata. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


liyudan yenenew
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I'm not a big fan of taramosalata, but I tried this recipe and I was pleasantly surprised. It's really delicious!


Elle Jovi Augustus
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This taramosalata is so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties. I love that it's a healthy appetizer too.


Qurban Khan
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. I served it with pita bread and vegetables and it was a delicious and healthy snack.


Businge Patrick
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This is the best taramosalata I've ever had! I highly recommend it.


starky carrillo
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of fish roe, but I'm so glad I did! This taramosalata is amazing.


Krogy
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Positive Side
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I've made taramosalata many times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The addition of the lemon juice and dill really brightens up the flavor.


Shining Stars
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This is my new favorite appetizer! It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Fatima Sarfaraz
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I made this for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Saturn Wing
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This taramosalata is absolutely delicious! The perfect balance of salty, fishy, and tangy.