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Obatzda (Bavarian Beer Garden Cheese Spread)

Name: Obatzda (Bavarian Beer Garden Cheese Spread)
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 porcje
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 (opcjonalnie); 1 łyżeczka paprika powder sweet or hot; 0,5 łyżeczka caraway seed ground or whole (opcjonalnie); 2 łyżka beer lager or wheat beer; 0,25 szt. yellow onion finely minced (opcjonalnie); 0,5 łyżeczka salt; 0,25 łyżeczka black pepper freshly ground; 1 łyżka 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.

Oryginalny przepis autorstwa Forkin

Łączny czas: 45 min
Porcje: 4
Trudność: Łatwy
Na porcję: 468 kcal

Informacja o alergenach: może zawierać gluten i mleko. W razie alergii zawsze sprawdzaj opakowania składników.

Przygotowanie stanowiska

Składniki

250 gcamembert cheese, at room temperature, rind removed and diced
125 gunsalted butter, at room temperature
50 gcream cheese, at room temperature(opcjonalnie)
1 łyżeczkapaprika powder, sweet or hot
0,5 łyżeczkacaraway seed, ground or whole(opcjonalnie)
2 łyżkabeer, lager or wheat beer
0,25 szt.yellow onion, finely minced(opcjonalnie)
0,5 łyżeczkasalt
0,25 łyżeczkablack pepper, freshly ground

garnish

1 łyżkachive, freshly chopped

Sprzęt

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

Sposób przygotowania

Krok po kroku

1
Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for optimal blending; then, dice the Camembert cheese into small pieces.
Wskazówka kucharza: 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.
Około 3 min
Wskazówka kucharza: 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.
Wskazówka kucharza: 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.
Wskazówka kucharza: 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.
Około 3 min
Wskazówka kucharza: 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.
Około 30 min
Wskazówka kucharza: 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.
Wskazówka kucharza: The fresh chives add a bright, oniony counterpoint to the rich cheese spread.

Na porcję

Wartości odżywcze

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Kalorie: 468,3kcal
Białko: 14g
Węglowodany: 4,1g
Tłuszcz: 44,2g
Błonnik: 0,7g
Cukry: 1,5g

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Wskazówka kucharza:

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.

Przechowywanie

Store leftover Obatzda in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Odgrzewanie

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