Taramasalata

• 8 oz (225 g) smoked cod’s roe
• ¼ pint (150

Put the smoked cod’s roe into a mixing bowl, pour over boiling water to cover and leave to soak for 2–3 minutes to loosen the skin. Drain, then peel the skin. Coarsely chop the roe and return to the bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of the oil and mix together. Allow to stand for 15 minutes to soften, then pr