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Originating from the foothills of the Harz Mountains and native to the Saxony-Anhalt region, this fat-free cheese stands out for its high protein in Deutschland diet menus.
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Made from sour milk, Harzer Käse (Harz Cheese) is one of the most characteristic dairy products of the Saxony-Anhalt region with its unique strong smell and small disc-shaped structure. You can examine the natural beauties of the Harz region in detail via the Map.
Flavored with caraway seeds, this cheese is typically served in Deutschland cuisine spread on bread or marinated with onions and vinegar as an appetizer.
Ingredients
- 500g low-fat sour milk quark
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp caraway seeds
- For marinade: Olive oil, vinegar, and red onion
Preparation
- Squeeze the quark thoroughly using a clean cheesecloth to drain the whey.
- Add salt, baking soda, and caraway seeds, and knead the mixture.
- Pinch off small pieces of the mixture and shape them into flat discs or small cylinders (Rolle).
- Place the cheeses on a wooden board, cover with a cloth, and let them ripen at room temperature for 3-4 days.
- Serve the ripened cheese by soaking it in a dressing made of sliced red onions, oil, and vinegar.
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