Taramosalata
Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of Taramosalata, a traditional Greek dip that boasts bold flavors and a smooth texture. Made with tarama, a delicately salted and cured fish roe, this recipe combines simple yet vibrant ingredients like tangy lemon juice, rich extra virgin olive oil, and the natural sweetness of finely grated onion. Fresh day-old bread creates the perfect base, absorbing the flavors and ensuring an irresistibly silky consistency. With no cooking required, this quick 20-minute preparation results in a luxurious dip that pairs beautifully with warm pita bread, crisp vegetables, or crunchy crackers. Whether you're hosting a Mediterranean-inspired gathering or simply looking for a unique appetizer, this chilled, flavor-packed Taramosalata is a must-try dish. Keywords: Taramosalata recipe, traditional Greek dip, fish roe dip, Mediterranean appetizer, easy Greek recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams Tarama (salted and cured fish roe)
- 100 grams Day-old bread (crusts removed)
- 60 ml Lemon juice
- 250 ml Extra virgin olive oil
- 100 ml Water
- 1 medium White onion (finely grated)
- 1 medium Garlic clove (minced)
Instructions
Soak the bread in the water for about 5 minutes or until softened. Gently squeeze out excess water from the bread and set it aside.
In a food processor, add the tarama and process until smooth.
Add the soaked bread to the food processor with the tarama and blend until fully combined and smooth.
With the processor running, slowly pour in the olive oil in a steady stream to create an emulsion. This should take a few minutes.
Once the mixture is creamy and smooth, add the lemon juice, grated onion, and minced garlic. Blend again until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Taste and adjust with more lemon juice and olive oil if necessary, or add a little water to achieve the desired consistency.
Transfer the taramosalata to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2630 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 259.4 g | 333% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.5 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 2760 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.1 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 41.8 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 155 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 792 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
