👩🍳 Instructions:
- Mash the cheese and butter together in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in paprika, caraway seeds, onion, salt, and pepper.
(Optional: Add mustard or sour cream for a creamier or tangier version.) - Chill for 30 minutes to let flavors meld (optional but recommended).
- Serve cold or room temperature with:
- Rye or crusty bread
- Sliced radishes, pickles, or green onions
- As a filling for sandwiches or stuffed peppers
🇭🇺 Tips & Variations:
- Liptauer version (Austrian-style): Add anchovy paste, capers, or pickles for more tang.
- For a lighter version: Use Greek yogurt or low-fat cottage cheese instead of butter and quark.
- Some Hungarian homes even add chopped boiled eggs for a protein boost.
Would you like a vegan or lactose-free version, or how to use Körözött in party canapés or stuffed vegetables? Let me know — it’s a super versatile spread! 🧡