obatzda

How to make Obatzda - the signature beer cheese dip of Bavaria (also known as Gerupfter in the Franconia region) and a classic Oktoberfest feast item.

Obatzda Bavarian Soft Cheese Dip

oz Camembert cheese

oz spreadable cheese, (such as Laughing Cow in the US)

butter

tsp sweet paprika, (Hungarian works best)

tsp caraway seed, ground

salt and pepper

Dunkel lager, Weissbier or Schwarzbier, (most likely will use a bit less)

onion, (sweet onion recommended, diced)

Bring the Camembert (cut in small pieces), spreadable...

Bring the Camembert (cut in small pieces), spreadable cheese and butter (cut in small pieces) to room temperature. 

In a mixing bowl add the Camembert, spreadable...

In a mixing bowl add the Camembert, spreadable cheese, butter, paprika, caraway seeds, salt and pepper and beer and press using a fork until well mixed together.

Start by adding only 2 tbsp of the...

Start by adding only 2 tbsp of the beer and keep adding until you reach the desired consistency (should be spread like but not runny).

Cover with a lid or plastic wrap and...

Cover with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 hours to firm up.

Just before you are ready to serve take...

Just before you are ready to serve take the dip out of the refrigerator and finely dice the onion. Run the diced onion under water (use a strainer) and dry off with paper towel before using. Finely chop the chives. 

Add the diced onion and chopped chives to...

Add the diced onion and chopped chives to the dip and fold until they are well incorporated. Garnish with chives. Serve with pretzels or thinly sliced onions and radishes or sliced rye bread.  

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Obatzda is a German beer cheese dip that requires no cooking. A famous Oktoberfest specialty and a must on the menus of beer gardens.

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