Taramasalata

Name: Taramasalata
Yield: 4 cups
Ingredients: ¼ cup olive oil; ¼ teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper; ¼ cup heavy cream; 1 pound cream cheese, at room temperature; 1 pound smoked whole cod roe, casing removed; Juice of ½ lemon; 1 garlic clove, peeled and pounded

Preparation info

4 cups

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

The Silver Palate Cookbook

By Julee Rosso and Sheila Lukins

Published 1982

About

We’ve seen this wonderful appetizer increase in popularity over the years. No longer just a Greek taste, but one that brings a tart fish flavor to a buffet without the expense of caviar. Serve with pita bread triangles, little toasts, or as a dip with fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

1 pound smoked whole cod roe, casing removed
1 pound cream cheese, at room temperature
1

Starter
Pescatarian
Gluten-free

Method

In a food processor combine the cod roe, cream cheese, garlic, lemon juice, and black pepper. Process just until smooth.
With the motor running, pour the olive oil and heavy cream through the feed tube until just blended. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate until serving.