Taramasalata

Barr

A Queen of Schmootz favorite.

ingredients

8 oz. good day old white bread, crusts removed -it’s imporatant the bread is a bit dry and of good quality
1 Tbsp. finely diced red onion
1 small clove of garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1/4 cup tarama
1 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup vegetable oil (or very mild olive oil)
1/4 tsp. sugar
freshly cracked pepper

1
Fill a large bowl with cool water. Place all the ingredients, except the bread into a bowl of a food processor. Pulse quickly. Put the bread into the water and then remove it and squeeze as much water out as you can with your hands.
2
Place the bread into the processor and puree until smooth. You can add a bit more lemon or vinegar to your liking. Place into a serving dish and refrigerate for a few hours before serving. It will thicken slightly as it chills. Crack some peppercorns and drizzle some more olive oil on top just before serving.

Source: Barr