Description
This Easy Horseradish Sauce is a creamy, tangy condiment perfect for enhancing the flavors of roast beef, sandwiches, and seafood. Made with sour cream, prepared horseradish, and fresh chives, it combines a bit of heat with smoothness and a hint of vinegar for brightness. Ready in just minutes with no cooking required, it’s an ideal quick sauce to keep on hand in your refrigerator.
Ingredients
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Horseradish Sauce Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish (or more to taste)
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prep: Gather all the ingredients so they are ready to use. This includes measuring out the sour cream, horseradish, mayonnaise, chopped chives, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble: In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, prepared horseradish, mayonnaise, chopped chives, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. You can keep it refrigerated for up to 3 days. Before serving, stir the sauce again to ensure consistency and freshness. Serve cold as a flavorful accompaniment.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of prepared horseradish to suit your spice preference.
- This sauce pairs well with roast beef, grilled meats, sandwiches, and seafood dishes.
- Keep refrigerated and consume within 3 days for best taste and freshness.
- For a smoother sauce, you can blend the ingredients briefly if desired.
- Chives can be substituted with finely minced green onions for a slightly different flavor.
