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Horseradish Root

Horseradish Root
Common Packs:

5-, 10-, 20-, 25-, and 50-lb. packs.

Receiving Inspecting:

Horseradish root should be firm, with well-shaped roots. Avoid product that appears soft or shriveled.

Storage Handling:
 

Short-term storage recommendation (7 days or less)

  • 32-36° F/0-2° C
  • 90-98% relative humidity
Shelf-Life:
10 to 14 days.
Troubleshooting:

Horseradish roots may turn green if exposed to light. For best quality, store in a dark area.

Storing product in an area with low humidity may promote deterioration. Store properly.

Usage Ideas:

  • Stir grated horseradish root into crème fraiche; serve with roast beef, roasted potatoes, beets, and salmon.
  • Add grated horseradish root to sweet butter; serve molded pats with fish and potatoes.

Seasonality:

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Flavor Profile

Peppery, pungent, sharp flavor.

Texture Profile

Rough, almost bark-like exterior with stringy, slightly juicy flesh.

Pairings

Pair with beets, butter, crème fraiche, potatoes, and roast beef.

Substitution Suggestions

Ginger, galangal, wasabi, spicy mustard.

Nutritional Information

Serving Size 2 Tbsp. horseradish root (16g) grams
Calories 20
%Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0g0%
Sodium 0g0%
Total Carbohydrate 4g1%
Dietary Fiber 1g5%
Total Sugars 0g
Includes 0g Added Sugars0%
Protein 1g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 21mg2%
Iron 0.17mg0%
Potassium 90mg2%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.