AppetizerSnackSide Dish

Obatzda (Bavarian Beer Garden Cheese Spread)

Name: Obatzda (Bavarian Beer Garden Cheese Spread)
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 porties
Cuisine: german
Ingredients: 250 g camembert cheese at room temperature, rind removed and diced; 125 g unsalted butter at room temperature; 50 g cream cheese at room temperature (optioneel); 1 tl paprika powder sweet or hot; 0,5 tl caraway seed ground or whole (optioneel); 2 el beer lager or wheat beer; 0,25 st yellow onion finely minced (optioneel); 0,5 tl salt; 0,25 tl black pepper freshly ground; 1 el chive freshly chopped

Experience the authentic taste of Bavaria with this rich and savory Obatzda, a traditional cheese spread perfect for any gathering. Creamy Camembert and butter are blended with aromatic paprika, caraway, and a splash of beer, creating a deeply flavorful appetizer that's irresistible with pretzels or hearty rye bread. This easy-to-make spread brings the cozy atmosphere of a German beer garden right to your table.

Een origineel recept van Forkin

Totale tijd: 45 min
Porties: 4
Moeilijkheid: Makkelijk
Per portie: 468 kcal

Allergeneninformatie: kan gluten en melk bevatten. Controleer bij een allergie altijd de verpakking van de ingrediënten.

Mise-en-place

Ingrediënten

250 gcamembert cheese, at room temperature, rind removed and diced
125 gunsalted butter, at room temperature
50 gcream cheese, at room temperature(optioneel)
1 tlpaprika powder, sweet or hot
0,5 tlcaraway seed, ground or whole(optioneel)
2 elbeer, lager or wheat beer
0,25 styellow onion, finely minced(optioneel)
0,5 tlsalt
0,25 tlblack pepper, freshly ground

garnish

1 elchive, freshly chopped

Keukengerei

Mixing bowl · Fork · Chef's knife · Cutting board · Plastic wrap

De bereidingswijze

Stap voor stap

1
Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for optimal blending; then, dice the Camembert cheese into small pieces.
Tip van de kok: Room temperature ingredients emulsify more easily, resulting in a smoother, more homogenous spread. Cold cheese and butter will be difficult to mash.
2
Place the diced Camembert cheese, softened unsalted butter, and cream cheese into a medium mixing bowl.
3
Mash the ingredients together thoroughly with a sturdy fork or a potato masher until mostly combined, leaving some small lumps of cheese for textural interest if desired.
Ongeveer 3 min
Tip van de kok: For a super smooth spread, you can use a food processor, but the traditional method involves mashing by hand to retain some texture.
4
Finely mince the yellow onion.
Tip van de kok: A very fine mince ensures the onion flavor is distributed evenly without large, crunchy pieces.
5
Add the paprika powder (sweet or hot, to your preference), caraway seeds, beer, minced yellow onion, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the cheese mixture.
Tip van de kok: Adjust the amount of caraway seeds to your liking; they provide a distinct, traditional Bavarian flavor. Use a good quality beer, preferably a Bavarian lager or pilsner, for the best taste.
6
Continue mashing and mixing until all the spices and beer are fully incorporated and the spread reaches your desired consistency.
Ongeveer 3 min
Tip van de kok: Taste and adjust seasonings as you go. You might want a little more salt or paprika depending on your preference.
7
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate the Obatzda for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the spread to firm up slightly.
Ongeveer 30 min
Tip van de kok: Chilling is crucial for the flavors to deepen and for the spread to achieve its ideal texture. You can prepare this a day in advance for even better flavor.
8
Before serving, give the Obatzda a quick stir and transfer it to a serving dish.
9
Garnish generously with freshly chopped chives.
Tip van de kok: The fresh chives add a bright, oniony counterpoint to the rich cheese spread.

Per portie

Voedingswaarden

50%Score

Calorieën: 468,3kcal
Eiwit: 14g
Koolhydraten: 4,1g
Vet: 44,2g
Vezels: 0,7g
Suiker: 1,5g

Geschat op basis van de hoeveelheden ingrediënten in het recept. Waarden kunnen per merk en vervanging verschillen.

Goed bewaren

Tip van de kok:

Serve this delightful Obatzda with traditional Bavarian soft pretzels, hearty rye bread, or crusty baguette slices. It pairs wonderfully with a cold German beer, especially a crisp lager or wheat beer. For a variation, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat, or a dash of finely chopped radish for a peppery crunch.

Bewaren

Store leftover Obatzda in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Opwarmen

Obatzda is best served chilled or at cool room temperature. No reheating is necessary.