German Cuisine
Quark Spread with Herbs and Radishes
This refreshing, cold dairy spread is a staple of the German everyday table, embodying simplicity, nutrition, and crisp flavors. A smooth base of soft quark and sour cream delivers a delicate, tangy creaminess, while finely diced fresh radishes add a delightful crunch. Packed with chives and parsley, it is the perfect healthy companion for fresh bread or baked potatoes.
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Recipe overview
- Total time
- 15 min
- Prep
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Cuisine
- German Cuisine
Nutrition
per serving
- Calories
- 140 kcal
- Protein
- 10 g
- Fat
- 8 g
- Carbs
- 6 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Step by step
Method
- 01
Wash the radishes thoroughly, trim the ends, and pat dry
Wash the radishes thoroughly, trim the ends, and pat dry. Finely dice them into 2-3 mm pieces or grate them coarsely for a juicy texture.
- 02
Place the shredded radishes in a sieve or cheesecloth and pre…
Place the shredded radishes in a sieve or cheesecloth and press gently with your hands to remove excess liquid that could loosen the spread.
- 03
Rinse the fresh chives and parsley, then dry them completely
Rinse the fresh chives and parsley, then dry them completely. Mince the herbs as finely as possible, discarding any woody parsley stems.
- 04
In a deep mixing bowl, combine the smooth quark and sour cream
In a deep mixing bowl, combine the smooth quark and sour cream. Whisk vigorously with a fork until an airy, lump-free cream forms.
- 05
Fold the drained radishes, minced herbs, salt, and black pepp…
Fold the drained radishes, minced herbs, salt, and black pepper into the cream base. Stir gently until evenly incorporated.
- 06
Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minute…
Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to allow the quark to absorb the herbal oils and fully mature in flavor.
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Useful advice
Cooking tip
To prevent the spread from turning watery, gently squeeze the excess juice from the chopped or grated radishes before folding them into the quark.
How to serve
Serve chilled in a deep small bowl. Make a slight well on top with a spoon, drizzle with a touch of olive oil, and garnish with fresh chive rings.
How to store
Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Stir well with a spoon before serving as the radishes may release some moisture over time.
Note
For an authentic velvety texture, use smooth paste-like quark. If using crumbly cottage cheese, press it through a fine-mesh sieve first.
