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.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to form a roux.

Step 3

Gradually pour in the milk while whisking, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 4

Stir in the heavy cream, continuing to whisk until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and add the grated horseradish, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and white pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld, but do not let the sauce boil.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Remove from heat and serve warm over fish, meats, or vegetables. Alternatively, let it cool and use as a condiment.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	545.6 grams (545.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	858

Total Fat 71.10g	91%
Saturated Fat 41.80g	209%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 209mg	70%
Sodium 351mg	15%
Total Carbohydrate 36.40g	13%
Dietary Fiber 2.60g	9%
Total Sugars 19.40g
Protein 12.80g	26%

Vitamin D 134IU	671%
Calcium 424mg	33%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 668mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.5%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 17.4%