Horseradish Sauce Pepparrotssas
Elevate your next meal with the creamy, tangy kick of Horseradish Sauce (Pepparrotssås), a classic Scandinavian-inspired condiment. This luscious sauce starts with a velvety roux, blending melted butter and flour, then whisked to perfection with milk and heavy cream for a silky texture. Freshly grated horseradish takes center stage, lending a bold, zesty flavor balanced by a hint of lemon juice, a touch of sugar, and a pinch of white pepper. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile sauce is the perfect accompaniment to roasted meats, delicate fish, or steamed vegetables. Whether served warm or cool as a condiment, this quick-to-make horseradish sauce adds a sophisticated flair to any dish. Keywords: horseradish sauce recipe, Pepparrotssås, creamy horseradish, Scandinavian sauce, fish and meat condiments.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1.25 cups Milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons Fresh horseradish, grated
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons White pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to form a roux.
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Stir in the heavy cream, continuing to whisk until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and add the grated horseradish, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and white pepper. Mix well to combine.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld, but do not let the sauce boil.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Remove from heat and serve warm over fish, meats, or vegetables. Alternatively, let it cool and use as a condiment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
858 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.1 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.8 g | 209% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 209 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 351 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.4 g | ||
| Protein | 12.8 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 424 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 668 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
