Handkäse mit Musik

Ingredients

• 4 Handkäse (sour milk cheese) 4 Handkäse (sour milk cheese)
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard 1/2 teaspoon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon honey 1/2 teaspoon honey
• German bread, for serving German bread, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories: 220 kcal / 920 KJ
• Fat: 18g (Saturated Fat: 6g)
• Carbohydrates: 4g (Sugars: 2g)
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the finely chopped red onion, white vinegar, olive oil, caraway seeds, black pepper, mustard, and honey. Mix well to create the marinade.
2. 2.
   Place the Handkäse in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the cheese, ensuring that each piece is well coated. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.
3. 3.
   Serve the Handkäse mit Musik with slices of German bread. Enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Handkäse — If you can't find Handkäse, you can substitute it with a similar sour milk cheese like Harzer or Tilsiter.
• Caraway seeds — Toasting the caraway seeds in a dry pan before adding them to the marinade will enhance their flavor.
• German bread — Opt for a dense and hearty German bread, such as Bauernbrot or Roggenbrot, to complement the flavors of Handkäse mit Musik.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of flavor, add a pinch of chili flakes to the marinade.
• Allow the Handkäse to come to room temperature before serving to enhance its flavors.
• If you prefer a milder onion flavor, soak the chopped onions in cold water for 10 minutes before adding them to the marinade.
• Experiment with different types of mustard, such as whole grain or Dijon, to personalize the marinade to your taste.
• Serve Handkäse mit Musik as part of a traditional German Brotzeit platter, alongside cured meats, pickles, and radishes.

Serving advice

Serve Handkäse mit Musik as an appetizer or light lunch. Arrange the marinated Handkäse on a platter and garnish with fresh herbs, such as parsley or chives, for a pop of color. Serve with slices of German bread on the side.

Presentation advice

To create an appealing presentation, arrange the Handkäse mit Musik on individual plates, drizzling any remaining marinade over the cheese. Garnish with a sprinkle of caraway seeds and a few thin slices of red onion for added visual appeal.