Taramasalata with Bread

Name: Taramasalata with Bread
Ingredients: 8 slices ( 1/2-inch-thick) Greek or Italian-style white bread (about 1/2 loaf), preferably stale, crust removed; 4 ounces tarama (about 1/2 jar), preferably carp or cod fish roe; 1 tablespoon minced shallot; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish; Olives, for garnish; Bread, for serving

8 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

8 slices ( 1/2-inch-thick) Greek or Italian-style white bread (about 1/2 loaf), preferably stale, crust removed
4 ounces tarama (about 1/2 jar), preferably carp or cod fish roe
1 tablespoon minced shallot
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
Olives, for garnish
Bread, for serving

Directions

1

Place the slices of bread in a bowl and add water to cover.
2

Set aside to soak for a few minutes.
3

When the bread is saturated, squeeze out the water.
4

Using a food processor, mixer, or mortar and pestle, blend together the bread, roe, shallot, and lemon juice while gradually drizzling in the oil until thoroughly combined.
5

Transfer the mixture to a serving dish and shape it into a loaf or mound.
6

Sprinkle the cilantro over the top, and arrange the olives around the edges.
7

Serve accompanied by the bread.