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Finely dice the radishes into small cubes and finely chop the chives.","group":"Preparation","title":"Wash the radishes and chives","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the diced radishes, chopped chives, and sour cream to the mashed cheese. Mix everything together until well combined.","group":"Combining","title":"Add the diced radishes, chopped chives, and sour cream","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Combining"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Give it a final stir and serve immediately with fresh crusty bread or on toast.","group":"Seasoning","title":"Season the mixture","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Seasoning"}],"notes":"For the best texture, use traditional 'Twaróg' found in International or Eastern European aisles. If you prefer a smoother consistency, you can add more sour cream or even a splash of milk.","cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Polish"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["noCook"],"equipment":["Medium bowl","Fork","Knife","Cutting board"],"diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","high_protein"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":2,"unit":"servings","note":"Approx. 350g total weight"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"You can chop the vegetables ahead of time, but it is best to mix everything right before serving as the vegetables will release water over time."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Serve cold."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Ftwarozek_7d82ffee1f%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=fb582a18-e98a-4a98-9913-260b46e0828b","imageAlt":"Twarożek (Polish Farmer's Cheese Spread) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["healthy","protein","fresh","vegetarian","easy","quick"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Twarożek (Polish Farmer's Cheese Spread)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T04:57:48.229Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T04:57:48.229Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_943b7108be","slug":"buckwheat-porridge-hrechana-kasha","title":"Buckwheat Porridge (Hrechana Kasha)","description":"A nutritious, nutty, and comforting Eastern European staple. 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