Once you try this Classic Horseradish Dip & Spread, you’ll want to have a jar of the creamy goodness tucked away in your fridge at all times. It’s the perfect accompaniment to your roasted meats and grilled burgers. A dollop or two on your baked potato will have you baking more spuds in the near future.
My thanks to Chef Billy Parisi for this awesome recipe. So perfect that I didn’t feel the need to do my typical tweaking.
Gather up what you’ll need to make this Classic Horseradish Dip & Spread…
- Crème fraîche – Crème fraîche is a French cultured cream that is thick, rich & tangy, with a high butterfat content. Sour cream is a good alternative as long as it is the full-fat version.
- Mayonnaise – Highest quality mayonnaise is best used here. To avoid seed oils & bioengineered ingredients, I use Chosen Foods Classic Mayo made with avocado oil. It is usually available at most stores or, if necessary, online at Amazon.
- Prepared horseradish – Drained to remove excess moisture. Prepared horseradish is a spicy condiment made from grated horseradish root, vinegar, and salt. Do not substitute with creamy horseradish sauce, which is a milder, creamier version often made with prepared horseradish along with ingredients like sour cream or mayonnaise.
- Dijon mustard – Dijon is preferred over regular mustard for its more intense complex flavor profile. Adds acidity and brightness to the dish.
- Worcestershire sauce – Worcestershire sauce is a fermented liquid condiment known for its complex, savory, and tangy flavor. It’s a made with a base of vinegar and flavored with ingredients like anchovies, molasses, tamarind, onion, garlic, and various spices.
- Distilled white vinegar – Adds tartness to offset the richness of the sauce.
- Salt & freshly ground black pepper – To taste.
- Fresh chives – Finely chopped. Sprinkled on top just before serving for the addition of color, flavor & texture. Always preferred over the dried version.
- Add the crème fraîche, mayonnaise, horseradish, mustard, Worcestershire & vinegar to a medium-size bowl.
Although I usually recommend fresh produce, I always use prepared horseradish here. My go-to is Kelchner’s Horse-Radish, found in the refrigerated case usually in or near the seafood area. It’s finely grated then bottled with a dash of vinegar and salt. So convenient and packed with flavor.
Before adding it to the mix, drain off any excess moisture to ensure that your sauce doesn’t lose its creaminess. If you prefer, feel free to grab some fresh horseradish root and grate it by hand.
- Stir with a whisk or spatula until well combined.
- Store covered in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Can be stored in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Garnish with chives just before serving.
Best ways to enjoy your Classic Horseradish Dip & Spread…
- The traditional way to serve this goodness is alongside your roasted beef, pork or chicken.
- Spread a generous amount on your grilled sandwich buns just before adding your cheeseburger & trimmings.
- We enjoy it on a baked potato along with some of my homemade bacon jam.
At a recent family gathering, I included some special fixin’s on my cheese tray. A huge hit!
- Freshly baked ciabatta bread, cut into thin slices.
- Fresh baby arugula.
- Mounds of thin-cut deli roast beef.
- Bowl of this awesome horseradish sauce.
- Homemade bacon jam & chef-cut roasted peppers.
So amazing that this Classic Horseradish Dip & Spread comes together in just five minutes.
You’ll want to have this goodness on hand at all times.
Classic Horseradish Dip & Spread
Based on a recipe by Chef Billy Parisi
Creamy horseradish sauce - perfect with your grilled or roasted meat. Slather some on a grilled bun for your next burger. Sooo good as a topping on a fresh-from-the-oven baked potato.
Ingredients
- 1 cup crème fraîche or full-fat sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup prepared horseradish (drained to remove excess moisture)
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons distilled white vinegar
- salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- finely chopped fresh chives, to serve
Instructions
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Add the crème fraîche, mayonnaise, horseradish, mustard, Worcestershire & vinegar to a medium-size bowl.
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Stir with a whisk or spatula until well combined. Store covered in the refrigerator until ready to use.
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Garnish with chives just before serving.
Recipe Notes
To store: Transfer to a lidded glass jar and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
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