AUTHENTIC Hungarian Cream Cheese Spread with Paprika (Liptauer Recipe)

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides a different flavor profile.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: plain yogurt

💰Cheaper: creme fraiche

Plain yogurt offers similar tanginess with fewer calories.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are more cost-effective and have a longer shelf life.

Combine the cream cheese with paprika and caraway seeds in a bowl.

Finely chop the onion and capers, then add them to the mixture.

Incorporate the anchovy paste for added flavor.

Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.

Adjust seasoning to suit your preferences.

Transfer to a serving dish and serve with fresh bread, crackers, or vegetable sticks.

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens