Horseradish Butter Recipe

After experimenting with a recipe by the renowned Swedish chef Mathis Dahlgren, I found myself with some leftover fresh horseradish. Just enough to make some horseradish compound butter.
Horseradish is a root vegetable that really doesn’t look like much, but it has a well-rounded flavor that adds an amazing kick to any dish. This butter takes just minutes to make and pairs perfectly with steak, fish, and eggs. It goes particularly well with roasted vegetables and gives a real lift to mild veggies like cauliflower.

Horseradish butter ingredients

• 1/2 Cup / 100g Butter – softened.
• 1 knob of Horseradish – about 2 inches / 5 cm
• 1/2 tsp Coarse sea salt (optional). I like to add a little extra salt as this butter acts as a flavor enhancer.

Equipment

• A food blender creates a lovely smooth texture, but you can also use a fork to mash the ingredients together.
• A ramekin with a lid, or a clean glass jar with a lid.
• For longer storage, use parchment paper or plastic wrap to wrap the butter in.

Instructions

1. Use a sharp knife to carefully peel the horseradish before finely grating. Add it to a food processor or mixing bowl together with the softened butter and sea salt.

2. Thoroughly mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

3. Taste the horseradish butter and adjust the amount of salt or horseradish according to your preference. Add more grated horseradish for a stronger flavor or more salt to enhance the seasoning. Transfer to a ramekin or a jar with a lid and serve chilled. Or transfer the horseradish butter onto a sheet of plastic wrap or wax paper.

Roll the butter into a log shape, twisting the ends of the wrap to secure it. Place the wrapped butter in the refrigerator and allow it to chill for at least 30 minutes or until firm. Enjoy!

Serve your horseradish butter with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or any dish of your choice.

Storage

Any leftover horseradish butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Variations

Parmesan, lemon zest, and fresh garden herbs like thyme and dill all taste amazing together with horseradish! Add a little at a time and taste the butter as you go until you get the flavor you like.

Do you love real butter as much as I do? You’ll love this Homemade Wild Garlic Butter Recipe and this Bone Marrow Butter – With Garlic, Lemon And Rosemary!