European
Austria - Starters
Styrian Pumpkin Seed Spread
Chef's Menu Description
Authentic Styrian Kürbiskernaufstrich: creamy Topfen curd cheese whipped with toasted ground pumpkin seeds, emerald pumpkin seed oil, garlic, and fresh herbs, served on sourdough.
Ingredients
- • 250g Austrian curd cheese (Topfen 20%)
- • 80g Styrian pumpkin seeds, toasted and finely ground
- • 3 tbsp Styrian pumpkin seed oil (Kürbiskernöl)
- • 2 tbsp sour cream (Sauerrahm)
- • 1 clove garlic, finely grated
- • 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt and black pepper
- • Extra toasted whole seeds for garnish
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry pan until aromatic. Reserve a tablespoon for garnish, and finely grind the remaining seeds in a food processor or spice grinder.
2
Phase 2
In a bowl, whip the Topfen and sour cream with a fork until light and creamy.
3
Phase 3
Stir in the ground pumpkin seeds, grated garlic, salt, pepper, and the dark emerald pumpkin seed oil, watching the spread turn a beautiful moss-green colour.
4
Phase 4
Fold in the chopped chives. Spoon into a small serving bowl, top with a drizzle of oil and the reserved whole toasted pumpkin seeds, and serve with crusty dark bread.