Why Horseradish Deserves a Spot on Every Table
Condiments enhance so many meals that come across our table. From appetizers to full dinners, many times you’ll find something on the table to enhance the dish. Horseradish should be one of these condiments that is on every household’s dinner table. Not convinced? Read on to learn more about some benefits of horseradish.
What is Horseradish?
It’s no secret that horseradish comes with a very distinct, sharp taste that may be considered an acquired taste for some. It starts as a root that grows in the ground similar to carrots. But don’t be fooled, you’ll be getting way more zing from a bite of horseradish root than its orange lookalike. You can, however, grate horseradish root over dishes or buy it as a prepared spread which is typically mixed with mayo or sour cream. It’s a versatile ingredient that adds bold flavor to a variety of recipes.
Why Horseradish?
Surprisingly, horseradish comes with several essential nutrients. These include magnesium, calcium, potassium, Vitamin C, zinc and others. Like many root vegetables, beyond it’s typical use, they also come with some non-traditional uses and benefits. It contains sinigrin which is known to help reduce inflammation. It’s also been known to carry nutrients that can help fight cell damage, improve respiratory health, and has antibacterial properties.
Besides the potential medicinal benefits, horseradish is also known to be an inexpensive way to pack a punch of flavor. It’s also surprisingly more versatile than you may think.
How to Incorporate Horseradish Into Your Diet
The most common and traditional way to incorporate horseradish into your diet is to include it in a meat dish. For example, one dish called Horseradish Beef is slowly cooked over the course of hours. The recipe includes chuck beef, butter, grated horseradish, bay leaves, dry wine or beer, and black pepper. As all of these flavors cook together, it produces a flavorful final product.
On a simpler level, horseradish in spread form can be added to sandwiches, a charcuterie board, or added to many appetizers. Below are a few uses to incorporate horseradish to your spread:
- Roast beef and horseradish spirals – an easy, but delicious appetizer can be made by adding roast beef, cream cheese, and horseradish to a tortilla, roll it up, and cut them into bite size pieces.
- Bacon Horseradish Spread – a simple, but delicious dip can be made by combining cream cheese, bacon, cheddar cheese, heavy cream, and horseradish.
- Garlic Steak Bites – toast up crostini’s, top with sliced sirloin steak and a horseradish cream sauce for an easy but delicious handheld.
Adding any of these recipes to your next party or gathering is sure to please your guests. Get creative with Atomic Horseradish adding it when and where you see fit.
Morehouse Delivers Quality Products
Since 1989, Morehouse has been crafting the highest-quality 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.