Hungarian Cottage Cheese Spread – Körözött🇭🇺..


👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Mix the base:
    • In a bowl, mash the cottage cheese with a fork until fairly smooth.
    • Add softened butter and mix until creamy.
  2. Season:
    • Stir in finely chopped onion, paprika, caraway (if using), salt, and pepper.
    • Add sour cream if you’d like it extra smooth and spreadable.
  3. Chill:
    • Let rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes so the flavors can meld.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Spread on fresh crusty bread, rye slices, or crackers
  • Garnish with paprika, chopped chives, or sliced radish
  • Serve as part of a Hungarian cold plate with:
    • Pickled vegetables
    • Hard-boiled eggs
    • Cold meats or sausages

💡 Tips

  • For a rustic version, leave the texture slightly chunky.
  • Want it spicy? Add a pinch of hot paprika or a touch of mustard.
  • Traditional in Transylvania and rural Hungary, Körözött is also popular in Slovakia and Austria with regional twists.

Would you like a veganized version of Körözött using tofu or a whipped nut base?

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