Indulge in the delectable Liptauer, a tantalizing spread originating from Central Europe, particularly Austria and Hungary. This culinary masterpiece is a harmonious blend of savory flavors, featuring the perfect balance of tangy cream cheese, smoky paprika, and aromatic herbs. Liptauer is a versatile culinary creation, enjoyed as a spread on bread or crackers, a dip for vegetables, or as a filling for sandwiches and wraps. Its versatility extends to its international appeal, with variations found across different regions. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the classic Liptauer recipe, along with creative variations that showcase the diverse culinary heritage of this remarkable spread.
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AUSTRIAN LIPTAUER RECIPE
The Austrian Liptauer is made of thick Cottage Cheese. In Austria it's known as Topfen, in Germany as Quark.
Provided by Helene Dsouza
Categories Snack
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Grab a bowl and add the soft butter together with the quark and mix well. See that no bits are left and the mixture is smooth.
- Clean, rinse the Onion and Garlic and chop fine, add them to the quark/butter mix.
- Throw in the rest of the spices and salt to the combination and mix it well.
- Garnish with red capsicum, pickled cucumbers and capers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Sodium 301 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
LIPTAUER (SAVORY PAPRIKA CREAM CHEESE SPREAD)
Liptauer spread is based on a soft sheep's milk cheese called bryndza in the Slovak language. The dish probably came from the Province of Liptov, in the Tatra Mountains, within the old Austro-Hungarian Empire and was first made by sheep farmers. As Liptauer, it has traveled to neighboring regions of central Europe, including Germany, Austria, Italy, Serbia, Slovakia and Hungary.
Provided by Member 610488
Categories Spreads
Time 10m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whip the butter, cream cheese, and quark (or its substitute). Make sure the butter is soft to avoid unpleasant chunks.
- Add the water, onion, garlic, and 1 tbsp of the butter-cheese mixture to a blender and puree.
- Pour the onion-garlic puree into the bowl with the cheeses and mix well.
- Mix in the remaining ingredients and combine well. Season with salt and fresh ground pepper to taste. If you used unsalted butter, salt liberally.
- Garnish with chopped chives and dill and serve with soft pretzels, celery sticks, crackers, or toasted German rye bread. It can also be used to stuff tomatoes, red peppers and hard boiled eggs.
- Liptauer tastes best when made the day before so the flavors have a chance to mingle.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.7, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 17.3, Sodium 125.6, Carbohydrate 1.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.6, Protein 0.6
LIPTAUER
Provided by Nigella Lawson
Categories Mustard Appetizer No-Cook Cocktail Party Cream Cheese Cottage Cheese Capers Caraway Sugar Conscious Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes about 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Beat the cream cheese and cottage cheese together until they are very smooth. Add the capers, cornichons, paprika, salt, pepper, caraway seeds, and mustard. Mix together well and turn into a 1-quart bowl lined with plastic wrap for easier unmolding later. Smooth the top with a spatula and cover with the overhanging plastic wrap. Place it in the refrigerator to set.
- 2. When it has become cold enough to turn out - a few hours should do it - unwrap the folded-over plastic wrap on top, place a plate over the now uncovered bowl, turn it over, and unmold. Pull the plastic wrap off and drizzle over a rust-red ooze made by mixing the oil with the paprika.
- **3.**Serve this with bread or poppy-seed bagels, gherkins, and, if you like, some chopped red onions.
Tips:
- For a smoother spread, use a food processor to blend the ingredients until creamy.
- If you don't have caraway seeds, you can substitute with cumin or fennel seeds.
- To make a vegetarian version of the spread, omit the anchovies and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Serve the spread with crackers, bread, or vegetables.
- For a party appetizer, spread the mixture on top of cucumber slices or cherry tomatoes.
Conclusion:
Liptauer is a delicious and versatile spread that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, snack, or light meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a classic recipe or something a little more unique, there is sure to be a Liptauer recipe that you will love.
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