Cheese story
What is Quark?
A fresh cultured cheese common in German and Central European cooking.
Origin
Germany / Central Europe, Germany
Milk
cow
Board role
Fresh / bright
Cheese profile
Country
Germany
Region
Germany / Central Europe
Milk type
cow
Texture
fresh cultured cheese
Rind
none
Ageing
fresh
Vegetarian
Check the rennet / producer
Milk treatment
yes
Flavour profile: mild, tangy, creamy
Origin, protection and character
Quark comes from Germany, especially Germany / Central Europe. Its character comes from the balance of milk, texture, rind, ageing and local serving traditions.
Protected status
None
Typical ageing
fresh
How to serve Quark
cheesecakes, spreads, breakfast bowls
Good food matches
berries
herbs
potatoes
Serving tip
Take it out of the fridge before serving so the texture softens and the flavour opens up. Softer cheeses usually need less time than hard aged cheeses.
Buying tip
Look for clean aroma, good texture and a style that matches the board: fresh and bright, soft and creamy, hard and nutty, blue and salty, or bold and washed-rind.
