Here’s the authentic Hungarian Körözött 🇭🇺
A creamy, savory paprika cheese spread that’s simple, bold, and full of tradition.
🧀 Körözött (Hungarian Paprika Cheese Spread)
Ingredients
- 8 oz (225 g) quark or farmer’s cheese (ricotta can be used as a substitute)
- 2–3 tbsp sour cream
- 1 small onion, very finely chopped
- 1–2 tsp sweet Hungarian paprika (to taste)
- ½ tsp caraway seeds, lightly crushed (optional but traditional)
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tsp mustard (optional, modern touch)
- 1 tbsp butter, softened (optional, for extra creaminess)
Instructions
- Mash the cheese until smooth.
- Mix in sour cream and butter (if using).
- Add onion, paprika, caraway, salt, and mustard.
- Stir until well combined and creamy.
- Chill 30 minutes for flavors to develop.
🇭🇺 Serving Ideas
- Spread on fresh bread or rye
- Serve with raw vegetables
- Traditional with lángos or as part of a cold platter
- Perfect for breakfast or light dinner
✨ Tips
- Always use high-quality Hungarian paprika
- Adjust paprika for color and heat
- Let it rest — it tastes even better after chilling
If you want, I can prepare:
- 📝 WordPress-ready post
- 🇲🇦 Darija or Arabic version
- 📸 Facebook / Instagram caption
- 🌶️ Spicy or smoked paprika variation
Just tell me 😊
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