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Handkäse Mit Musik | Traditional Appetizer From Hesse, Germany | TasteAtlas
Handkäse Mit Musik | Traditional Appetizer From Hesse, Germany | TasteAtlas
Handkäse Mit Musik | Traditional Appetizer From Hesse, Germany | TasteAtlas
Handkäse Mit Musik | Traditional Appetizer From Hesse, Germany | TasteAtlas

Handkäse mit Musik

(Käse mit Musik)

Handkäse mit Musik is a German dish originating from Hesse. It consists of hand-formed handkäse (sour milk cheese) that's topped with raw onion vinaigrette. The onion marinade stands for music (Musik) from the name, which comes in the form of flatulence caused by consuming raw onions.


However, the real reason why it has music in its name is because in the past, the onions were served on the side, while vinegar and oil were served in tiny jars that made music while the servers carried them on a plate. The dish is often served only with a knife, and it's typically accompanied by bread, caraway seeds, and apfelwein (apple cider) on the side.