Pretzels at Oktoberfest are like hotdogs at baseball games - a must!!
Pretzels at Oktoberfest are like hotdogs at baseball games - a must!!
So of course, our first food post is dedicated to this iconic tradition. For our festivities, we decided to create a Pretzel Variety Board - with a few different versions of the salty snack, and 3 homemade dips that pair perfectly!
First, the pretzel varieties:
Whether you bake them fresh at home, or buy from your local bakery, the soft style NEEDS to be included. They are by far our favourite kind, and add a different texture to the mix within the crunchier options.
Then you'll have the hard pretzels. We recommended getting 3-4 different types (flavours and shapes), as it makes the finished board look a little more interesting. For example, here we have some of the traditional shape/flavour, honey twists, and parmesan & herb pretzel crackers. Like any grazing board, the key is to create a harmonious medley!
Secondly, the dips:
Honey Mustard (whisk together in bowl):
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp yellow mustard
3 Tbsp honey
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1/8 tsp garlic powder
Pinch of salt
Sriracha Hummus (combine in food processor until smooth):
1 can chickpeas, drained & rinsed
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup sriracha sauce
2 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup water (optional, if needed)
salt , to taste
Kale & Edamame Spread (combine in food processor, pulse until desired consistency):
4 large cloves garlic
2 cups cooked edamame beans
Pinch salt and pepper
4 tablespoons olive oil
Juice from 2 limes juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
