Creative Ways to Use Horseradish

By Julie McCormick, Co-Owner | July 29, 2016 | Comments Off on Creative Ways to Use Horseradish

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Who says horseradish can only be used as a hotdog topper? This condiment has a strong flavor that is also great for you. Some of the health benefits to eating horseradish are:

  • High in vitamin C
  • Decreases nasal congestion
  • Increases the body’s resistance to cancer due to a compound called glucosinolates
  • Has antibiotic properties that can help kill bacteria in the throat and cure urinary tract infections
  • Increases the appetite
  • Cures toothaches

As beneficial as eating horseradish is, eating too much can be too intense for most people to consume. Older adults can especially benefit from eating a small amount of horseradish at a time, especially since their immune systems are weaker and more prone to illnesses and diseases. With the help of a home care provider, the elder can try adding horseradish to the following dishes.

  • Add to any sandwich for a little extra zest
  • Include a teaspoon of horseradish to salad dressing
  • Add a dollop of horseradish and some fresh basil to the top of a tomato slice for an appetizing snack
  • Use a little horseradish with poached eggs and salsa
  • Use as a substitute to wasabi with sushi
  • Create a spicy cocktail sauce by incorporating this condiment with ketchup
  • Eat with fish
  • Include horseradish in hummus or guacamole
  • Add a little bit to your favorite meat recipe
  • Mix into steamed vegetables
  • Add some horseradish into deviled eggs
  • Use a little horseradish in mashed potatoes or potato salad

Horseradish can be used in just about any dish in order to add a little spice and flavor to any traditional recipe. Here are two recipes your elderly loved one and senior care provider can make together.

 

Brussel Sprouts with Bacon-Horseradish Cream

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ pounds Brussel sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 4 strips crispy, cooked bacon, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup reduced fat sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon finely ground pepper

Directions:

  1. Place a steamer basket into a large saucepan, adding 1 inch of water; bring to a boil. Add Brussel sprouts to basket and steam for 6 to 8 minutes or until tender.
  2. Combine bacon, sour cream, horseradish, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Add Brussel sprouts and toss until coated.

 

Steak and Potato Salad with Horseradish Dressing

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound baby potatoes
  • 3 cups green beans, trimmed
  • ½ cup scallion greens or fresh chives
  • ¼ cup reduced-fat sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar or red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound sirloin steak or strip steak, between 1 and 1 ¼ inches thick, trimmed
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 ears of corn, husked

Directions:

  1. Preheat grill to medium
  2. Add 1 inch of water to large saucepan with steamer basket; bring to a boil. Add potatoes, cover, and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, or until tender. Transfer to cutting board to cool. Add beans to steamer basket, cover, and cook for 4 to 6 minutes or until tender and bright green. Rinse with cold water in a colander until cool. Thoroughly drain and transfer to a large bowl. Cut the potatoes into halves or quarters and add to bowl with green beans. Stir in scallion greens or chives.
  3. Meanwhile, stir together the sour cream, vinegar, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, and ½ teaspoon pepper in a small bowl. Whisk in oil.
  4. Sprinkle both sides of the steak with salt and the remaining ½ teaspoon of pepper. Oil the grill rack and grill the steak for about 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare and 6 minutes for medium. Grill the corn, turning occasionally, until tender and marked, about 8 to 12 minutes. Transfer to cutting board; let steak rest for 5 minutes. Cut the corn kernels from the cob once it is cool enough to handle. Thinly slice the steak crosswise. Combine steak, corn, and any accumulated juice from the steak to the bowl with the beans and potatoes. Toss with horseradish dressing.

 

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