Here’s the authentic Körözött ðŸ‡ðŸ‡º — the creamy, paprika-spiced Hungarian cottage cheese spread that’s perfect on fresh bread, with pretzels, or as part of a rustic snack platter.
Körözött – Hungarian Cottage Cheese Spread
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 250 g (1 cup) túró (Hungarian farmer’s cheese) or well-drained cottage cheese/ricotta
- 50 g (3½ tbsp) unsalted butter, softened
- 1–2 tsp sweet Hungarian paprika
- ½ tsp hot Hungarian paprika (optional, for heat)
- 1 tsp caraway seeds (whole or lightly crushed)
- 1 small shallot or mild onion, finely minced
- ½ tsp salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2–3 tbsp sour cream (adjust for creaminess)
- Optional garnish: chopped chives or parsley, sliced radishes