Easy Homemade Creamy Horseradish Sauce

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This delicious and easy-to-make creamy horseradish sauce is the perfect accompaniment to so many meals! Made with just a few simple ingredients, it's perfect for dipping vegetables, crackers, or bread, but is ideal for adding to chicken or beef as a zesty sauce. The bold flavors of horseradish balances perfectly with the creaminess of the mayonnaise and sour cream. It's sure to be a hit with everyone at your next gathering!

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Creamy Horseradish Sauce
What Do I Serve Horseradish With?
Ingredients
Handy Kitchen Tools
How to Make Horseradish Sauce
Frequently Asked Questions
More Dips and Sauce Recipes
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Creamy Horseradish Sauce

This creamy horseradish sauce is the perfect addition to any party spread. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it's easy to whip up and sure to be a hit with guests. Best of all, it can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until you're ready to serve. So go ahead and make a batch - your guests will thank you for it!

And if you want more dips and sauces, make sure you check out others like our blue cheese dip or even this jalapeno dip. Both add tons of flavor with minimal ingredients and pair well with a multitude of recipes.

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What Do I Serve Horseradish With?

The most common use for horseradish for most people is alongside steak or prime rib. This is a great accompaniment and has just enough kick to complement the rich steak.

You can also top chicken fried chicken, baked chicken thighs, pork chops, pork loin, or even a beef roulade with this sauce. Of course, it also pairs great as a dip with crackers, vegetables, or toasted bread.

When serving this dip, look to balance the heat with a more simple flavor profile that is rich and needs a little extra something to highlight the flavors. It works well served over meats and vegetables, and can even be used in a baked potato in place of sour cream.

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Ingredients

1 cup prepared horseradish
½ cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon hot sauce (more or less to taste)

Handy Kitchen Tools

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How to Make Horseradish Sauce

This recipe is super easy because you just have to mix everything together. I prefer to start by stirring together the sour cream, mayonnaise, and horseradish first so it is combined.

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Then you can add in the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce to taste. I start with a few drops of hot sauce and add until I am happy with the flavor.

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Cover and refrigerate this until ready to serve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Horseradish Dip Made Of?

This horseradish dip comes together with just a few ingredients. You want your favorite horseradish brand, sour cream, mayo, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and salt and pepper.

If you want a slightly lighter version of this creamy horseradish dip, you can use low-fat sour cream and low-fat or fat-free mayonnaise. You can even swap the sour cream for fat Greek yogurt if you prefer.

Is Creamy Horseradish the Same as Horseradish Sauce?

No, creamy horseradish is not the same as horseradish sauce. Horseradish sauce is typically made with grated horseradish root, vinegar, and cream, while creamy horseradish is made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and horseradish root. Both are delicious, but they serve different purposes.

What is Horseradish Sauce Used For?

Horseradish sauce is a great condiment for meats, particularly beef. It's also delicious on sandwiches, as a dip, or even just as a spread on crackers or bread. More uses of horseradish sauce include in a Bloody Marys or as a topper for baked potatoes.

What Brand of Prepared Horseradish Should I Use?

There are many brands of prepared horseradish on the market, and they all work well for this recipe. We generally prefer the milder varieties, but feel free to use whatever you have on hand. If you're looking for a specific brand recommendation, we like Boar's Head and Heinz.

How Long Does This Sauce Keep?

This dip will keep for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator. After that, the horseradish flavor will start to dissipate and it will no longer be as flavorful. The mixture can also begin separating and not be as appetizing.

So if you know you won't use it all within 2 weeks, I recommend halving the recipe. Do not freeze the dip. It will not have the right consistency when it comes out of the freezer.

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More Dips and Sauce Recipes

If you want to add more dips or sauces to your menu, there are tons of great options that can be served as an appetizer or a snack. Below are a few of my favorites that you can enjoy. Bookmark them, print out the recipes, or pin them to Pinterest.