Taramasalata
Pale pink, creamy and tangy, made the proper way with potato and cod roe. Far better than shop bought.
- Time25 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.28 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Boil the potatoes for 15 minutes until very soft. Drain well and mash until completely smooth.
15 min - 2
Put the roe, grated onion, garlic and lemon juice in a food processor and blitz to a paste.
- 3
Add the warm mash and blend again.
- 4
With the motor running, drizzle in the oil slowly until pale and creamy. Add a splash of cold water if too thick.
- 5
Taste, adding more lemon if needed. Chill for 1 hour and serve with crudites or warm pitta.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.