Hungarian Cheese Spread (Körözött)
Körözött is a traditional Hungarian cheese spread that is perfect for serving as an appetizer or snack. It's made with a combination of creamy cheese, butter, and flavorful spices, resulting in a delicious spread that pairs perfectly with crusty bread or crackers.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 oz unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 small onion, finely grated
- 1 tsp sweet Hungarian paprika
- 1/2 tsp caraway seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add the finely grated onion, sweet Hungarian paprika, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the cheese spread to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 120 per serving
- Protein
- 5g
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Serving dish
Tools
Mixing spoon
Serving suggestions
Serve the Körözött with slices of crusty bread or crackers for a delicious appetizer.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cheese spread.
Cost
$8