Possibly Everything You Wanted To Know About Horseradish
You’re likely familiar with horseradish, but how much do you really know about it? We know it adds a delicious kick as a spread on sandwiches. Or as a rub for meat. But let’s take a closer look at this root vegetable.
What is Horseradish?
Before it becomes a delicious spicy spread, it is harvested as a root plant. It contains the compound allyl isothiocyanate and is a part of the Brassica plant family. It’s a perennial plant meaning it comes back every year, and Collinsville, Illinois is the Horseradish capital of the world, but it is native to Russia and Hungary. There are even mentions of it in Greek mythology and Shakespeare plays.
Horseradish offers a unique bite that is sharp and pungent. It is related to mustard, wasabi, cabbage and broccoli. For some, it may be referred to as an acquired taste. It can be found in its popular form as a creamy sauce, or it can be grated into vinegar and used that way. Some even mix it with sour cream to dull the pungent flavor.
Popular Products Horseradish is Crucial In
Some popular staples in your fridge or repertoire contain horseradish. To name a few:
- Bloody Mary mix (and if you need inspiration, we’ve got our own Bloody Mary recipe!)
- Cocktail sauce
- Beef Tenderloin Sauces
- Salad dressings & dips
If there is a particularly spicy bite or kick to it, there is a good chance it may feature the root plant.
Cooking with Horseradish
There are many ways to cook with horseradish and related products. The most potent flavor comes when the root is freshly grated. However, there are many bottle Morehouse horseradish products to make this process more accessible and easier. If you do opt to use fresh horseradish, know that the potency goes down after it is freshly cut — similar to ginger or other root products. If you add any form of horseradish to your recipes, make sure to add it towards the end because heat can take away from the aroma and kick.
Also keep in mind that if you are following a recipe, different forms of horseradish (I.e. freshly grated vs. a bottled prepared horseradish) will be added differently. For example, if a recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of fresh grated horseradish, it equates to 2 tablespoons of bottled prepared horseradish. There are many resources online to help you figure out the correct ratio for your particular recipe, it’s just important to keep in mind.
Morehouse Horseradish Products
There are three types of horseradish products that Morehouse offers – Regular, Cream Style, and Atomic. Any of these are a great addition to recipes that call for horseradish depending on your preferences.
Morehouse Delivers Quality Products
Since 1989, Morehouse has been crafting the highest-quality products, including horseradish and mustard for our consumers near and far. We have been family owned for five generations and care about customer satisfaction and quality products over all else. Our varieties of mustards and horseradish satisfy both classic and innovative dishes. Find us in your local supermarket or proudly displayed at restaurants in your area.