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Taramasalata
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 517 kcal —
- Protein 3.2 g 6%
- Carbohydrate 7.4 g 3%
- Fat 53 g 68%
- Saturated fat 4.1 g 21%
- Fibre 0.3 g 1%
- Sugars 1.2 g —
- Sodium 450 mg 20%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin C 1 mg 1%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.08 mg 7%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.1 mg 8%
- Niacin (B3) 0.3 mg 2%
- Folate (B9) 4 µg 1%
- Vitamin B12 3 µg 125%
Minerals
- Calcium 21 mg 2%
- Iron 0.4 mg 2%
- Magnesium 6 mg 1%
- Phosphorus 50 mg 4%
- Potassium 60 mg 1%
- Zinc 0.4 mg 4%
- Manganese 0.12 mg 5%
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Questions about Taramasalata
What is taramasalata made from?
It is a creamy Greek-style dip traditionally made by blending cured fish roe with olive oil and lemon juice. Bread or potato is often added to give it body; some versions use different oils or roe.
How do you make taramasalata smooth rather than oily?
Soak bread in water, then squeeze it very well before blending it with the roe and lemon. Add the oil slowly in a thin stream while the motor runs; if the dip becomes too thick, blend in a little cold water or lemon juice.
What do you serve with taramasalata?
Serve it as part of a meze with warm pitta, olives and crunchy vegetables such as cucumber, radishes and peppers. It also works as a spread in a sandwich with salad leaves.
How should you store taramasalata?
Keep it covered in the fridge and use a clean spoon each time. Eat homemade taramasalata within a couple of days; once opened, keep shop-bought dip refrigerated and follow its storage instructions.
Does taramasalata contain fish, and is it suitable for someone with a fish allergy?
Traditional taramasalata contains fish roe, so it is not suitable for someone with a fish allergy. Recipes and products can differ, but fish roe is the defining traditional ingredient.
Is taramasalata high in vitamin B12?
It provides 3 µg of vitamin B12 per 100 g, but a usual serving is only a spoonful or two. Its recipe is rich in oil, so it is generally served as a dip rather than eaten in large amounts.
Source: CoFID (UK) 16-449 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
