Horseradish

Where does Horseradish grow?

Found in: Albania, Armenia, Asia, Australia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Britain, Bulgaria, Canada, Caucasus, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Europe, Falklands, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Korea, Lithuania, Macedonia, Malaysia, Netherlands, North America, Norway, Pacific, Philippines, Poland, Romania, Russia, SE Asia, Scandinavia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, Tasmania, Turkey, Ukraine, United States, Uzbekistan, Western Asia, Yugoslavia

Notes: There are 3 Armoracia species. The glucoside sinigrin and an enzyme myrosin cause the stinging fumes when the roots are crushed.

Status: It is a commercially cultivated vegetable.

Growing Horseradish

Cultivation: They are grown by dividing roots. Cuttings 10-15 cm long and 0.5 cm thick are used. These are planted 2.5 cm under the ground. Roots are lifted as cold temperatures approach as the cold improves the flavour. Plants can be grown by seeds.

Edible Uses: The root is processed to produce horseradish sauce. It is ground finely and added to whipped cream. It is not cooked but used cold like mustard with cold meats. The fresh roots are used to flavour meats, vegetables and pickles. The young leaves can be added to salads and used in soups and sauce. They are a spice. CAUTION: Horseradish is a flavouring and should only be eaten in small quantities.

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