Hungarian cottage cheese snack (Korozot)

4 servings

20 minutes

Korozot is a traditional Hungarian snack known for its spicy flavor and rich aroma. The origins of this dish date back centuries when Hungarian shepherds mixed cottage cheese with aromatic spices to create a simple yet surprisingly tasty snack. Today, Korozot is a harmony of soft cheese, butter, and spicy paprika enriched with a hint of beer and the freshness of onion. Due to its vibrant taste, it is traditionally served with crispy white bread that perfectly complements the creamy texture. Korozot can be used as a dip for vegetables, a spread for sandwiches, or even as a standalone dish on a snack table. Hungarian cuisine is famous for its rich flavors, and Korozot is a bright representative of its culinary heritage.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 209.5
• Proteins: 13.7g
• Fats: 14.4g
• Carbohydrates: 6.4g

Ingredients

• Cottage cheese: 300 g
• Beer: 50 ml
• Onion: 1 head
• Paprika: 2 tsp
• Butter: 50 g

Cooking steps

1. Add softened butter to the cottage cheese and mix until smooth.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 50 g
   • Cottage cheese: 300 g

2. Then add the beer and stir (if the cottage cheese is sour, you need 50 to 70 ml of beer).

   Required ingredients:

   • Beer: 50 ml

3. Add finely chopped onion.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head

4. Add paprika (2-3 teaspoons). Salt to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Paprika: 2 teaspoons

5. Sugar can be added to taste. It is consumed with white bread.