roe

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Those egg thingies with roe were so good.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Splurge on the ikura, marinated and served in half a lemon, which you squeeze into the roe for a bright, decadent bite.

From Salon • Feb. 2, 2026

In the wild they prey on roe deer, young red deer and also hares and rabbits.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2025

Red urchins are favored over the purple urchins because they contain more edible uni or roe inside, but commercial divers say the amount has shrunk with less kelp.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 8, 2023

Never hurt the young: nest eggs, roe, fledglings, fry.

From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison