Creamy Horseradish Sauce

Sour cream and prepared horseradish with Dijon, lemon and chives: the sharp, cool sauce for prime rib, beef tenderloin and roast beef sandwiches. Makes about 1 1/4 cups.

Naturally gluten-freeVegetarianLow-carbNo added sugarMake-ahead

Contains: milk. Based on the ingredients as written; check package labels, which can change.

Bowl of creamy horseradish sauce with chives
  • Prep 5 min
  • Cook
  • Total 1 hr 5 min
  • Yield About 1 1/4 cups

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A spoonful of creamy horseradish sauce is the classic partner for prime rib. Make it at least an hour ahead so the flavors blend.

Prepared horseradish varies in strength; add it to taste.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons prepared horseradish, drained
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Mix. Stir together the sour cream, horseradish, mustard, lemon juice, chives, salt and pepper.
  2. Chill. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour.

Nutrition per serving (estimated)

97Calories
3 gCarbohydrates
0 gFiber
3 gNet carbs
1 gProtein
9 gFat

Estimated per serving, based on 5 servings, using USDA FoodData Central values for each ingredient. Net carbs are carbohydrates minus fiber. Optional ingredients, garnishes and anything served on the side are not included. Brands and portion sizes change the numbers.

Naturally gluten-freeVegetarianLow-carbNo added sugar

Tips

  • Lighter: use half Greek yogurt.
  • Keeps 5 days in the refrigerator.

Questions about this recipe

Where do I find prepared horseradish?
In the refrigerated section near the pickles or deli; it is grated horseradish in vinegar.
Is it gluten-free?
Yes, if your horseradish is.

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