Description

This creamy horseradish sauce is a tangy and flavorful condiment perfect for enhancing roast beef, steak, sandwiches, or drizzling over vegetables. Made with sour cream, prepared horseradish, and a blend of Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and vinegar, the sauce offers a balance of heat and creaminess. It requires no cooking and benefits from chilling to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.

Ingredients

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Horseradish Sauce Ingredients

1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup prepared horseradish (adjust to taste for heat)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Combine main ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together sour cream, prepared horseradish, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice until well incorporated.
Add seasonings: Stir in white vinegar, salt, and freshly ground black pepper evenly until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
Adjust flavor: Taste the sauce and modify the seasoning as desired. Increase horseradish for more heat or add extra sour cream for a milder, creamier flavor.
Chill to meld flavors: Cover and refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop and intensify.
Serve: Serve the sauce chilled alongside roast beef, steak, sandwiches, or drizzled over steamed or roasted vegetables.

Notes

For a spicier kick, increase the amount of prepared horseradish gradually.
The sauce can be made up to 24 hours in advance and kept refrigerated.
Use full-fat sour cream for a richer texture, or opt for low-fat sour cream for a lighter version.
Fresh lemon juice brightens the flavors, but you can substitute with lime juice if preferred.
This sauce pairs exceptionally well with hearty red meats and roasted root vegetables.