Taramasalata

Method

1. 01
   Step 1Prepare the bread

   Remove crusts from the bread slices and soak briefly in water, then squeeze out excess moisture.

   Bread
2. 02
   Step 2Blend the roe

   Place the cod roe in a food processor or blender and blend until smooth.

   Cod
3. 03
   Step 3Add bread and lemon

   Add the soaked bread and lemon juice to the roe and blend until combined.

   BreadLemon
4. 04
   Step 4Emulsify with oil

   With the blender running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture becomes creamy and emulsified.

   Note

   Add the oil gradually to achieve a smooth, pale pink texture

   Olive oil
5. 05
   Step 5Season and serve

   Season with black pepper to taste. Transfer to a serving plate and drizzle with additional olive oil if desired.

   Black pepper