Here’s a delightful and authentic Hungarian appetizer: Körözött 🇭🇺, a creamy and flavorful cottage cheese spread traditionally served with crusty bread, fresh vegetables, or even as part of a cold platter. It’s simple, healthy, and packed with paprika flavor.
🧀 Hungarian Cottage Cheese Spread – Körözött 🇭🇺
This paprika-kissed spread is creamy, tangy, and mildly spiced — perfect for breakfast, snacks, or party dips.
📝 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
1 cup (250 g) fresh cottage cheese (Use dry curd if available, or drain regular cottage cheese for a thicker texture. You can also use quark or farmer’s cheese.)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 small onion, very finely chopped or grated
1–1½ teaspoons sweet Hungarian paprika
½ teaspoon caraway seeds, crushed (optional but traditional)
Salt and pepper to taste
1–2 tablespoons sour cream (optional, for a creamier texture)
Optional: chopped chives, parsley, or a few drops of lemon juice for brightness
