BLACK OLIVE, ANCHOVY, & CAPER SPREAD (GARUM)
In ancient Rome, garum was a pungent all-purpose condiment made from fermented anchovies, not unlike present-day Asian fish sauce. In modern Catalonia, the name refers to a spread similar to the French tapenade made of olives, anchovies, capers, sometimes mashed egg yolks, and either olive oil or butter. This recipe, flavored with rum and a touch of mustard, is adapted from the one served at the Hotel Ampurdan in Figueres. The hotel is legendary for its robust Catalan cooking and credited with naming this spread 'garum'. Try to find olives that are pungent, but not vinegary and briny. The spread is delicious on toasted baguette rounds or slices of grilled country bread. It also makes a fine accompaniment to grilled meat, chicken or fish. Adapted from the cookbook, "The New Spanish Table"
Provided by TxGriffLover
Categories Low Protein
Time 1h10m
Yield 1 3/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the olives, anchovies, capers, garlic, egg yolk, rum and mustard in a food processor and process in quick pulses to a medium-fine paste, scraping down the side of the bowl as needed. Gradually add the olive oil, pulsing several times after each addition. Scrape the mixture into a bowl and let stand at room temperature for about 1 hour so that the flavors develop. Serve with grilled bread, toast or bread sticks. The spread can be refrigerated, covered, for up to 2 weeks.
- Note: if the only pitted olives you can find are Kalamatas, soak them briefly in cold water and use fewer capers and anchovies. To pit olives, place them in a plastic bag. Lay the bag on a flat surface, and crush them lightly with the flat side of a large knife, mallet or heavy skillet. Then pick out and discard the pits. Cooking time includes standing time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 542.9, Fat 50.9, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 127.7, Sodium 1987.9, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 0.2, Protein 5.9
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Temerance Khoza
[email protected]I was looking for a new olive spread to try and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I made it! It's so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love the briny flavor of the olives and the salty tang of the anchovies. It's the perfect spread for
Millo Btb
[email protected]This is my favorite olive spread! I love the combination of black olives, anchovies, and capers. It's so flavorful and versatile. I use it as a spread on sandwiches, as a dip for vegetables, and even as a topping for pizza.
Vella jutt
[email protected]I love this spread! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family. I usually serve it with crackers or crostini, but it's also great on sandwiches and wraps.
Chris Hyatt
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the spread turned out perfectly. It's so creamy and flavorful. I can't wait to try it on different types of bread and crackers.
Jabulani Doda
[email protected]This spread is so easy to make and it's so versatile. I love to use it as a sandwich spread, a dip for vegetables, or even as a pizza topping. It's always a hit!
Armaa K1N3_0
[email protected]I've been making this spread for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect balance of salty, savory, and briny. I love to use it as a dip for vegetables or as a spread on sandwiches.
Gulam Fareed
[email protected]I made this spread for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I served it with crostini and crackers, and it was the perfect appetizer.
Aakyanchha Magar
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this spread because I'm not a huge fan of anchovies. However, I was pleasantly surprised at how well the anchovies blended with the other ingredients. The spread was savory, briny, and umami-rich, with just a hint of sweet
Kazi Rafsan
[email protected]The recipe is easy to follow and the spread comes together quickly. The ingredients are all pantry staples, so I always have them on hand. I also appreciate that the spread can be made ahead of time, so I can always have a tasty snack or appetizer on
Louis Mosely
[email protected]This black olive, anchovy, and caper spread is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. I love to spread it on crostini, crackers, or bread, or use it as a dip for vegetables. It's also a great addition to sandwich