how do i prepare fresh horseradish root?

Answer 1

Q. How do I prepare horseradish?
A. Grind prepared horseradish in a well-ventilated room. The fumes from grinding are very potent. Using a blender or processor for grinding makes home preparation less tearful. To grate your own horseradish in a blender, wash and peel the roots and dice it into small cubes. Place the cubes in a blender jar. Process no more than half a container at a time. Add a small amount of cold water. Start with enough water to completely cover the blades of the blender. Add several crushed ice cubes. Put the cover on the blender. When the root reaches its desired consistency, add white vinegar. Use 2 or 3 tablespoons of white vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon of salt for each cup of grated horseradish. If desired, lemon juice can be substituted for the white vinegar.
The time at which you add the vinegar is important. Vinegar stops the enzymatic action in the ground product and stabilizes the degree of hotness. Place the mixture in small glass jars and store in the refrigerator.
(This method is used by several horseradish.org readers and is not guaranteed. Methods of preparing horseradish differ and you may want to try different methods until you find one that works best for you or simply go to your local market and purchase commercially prepared horseradish--it's easy and delicious!)

Answer 2

Start by peeling away the outer layer with a vegetable peeler or paring knife. It's a good idea to wear gloves during this step! After peeling, the root can either be grated by hand with a cheese grater, or put into a food processor.

If using a food processor, cut the root into chunks before processing, then add some water. Pulse until you've reached the desired consistency, then drain off the water. You can then immediately add the vinegar and salt, or wait a few minutes before adding it. Waiting will result in a hotter product.

Like garlic, the finer horseradish is ground, the more intense the flavor, so this is best done outdoors

Answer 3

My neighbors grow horseradish and they pull the horseradish when mature. They grind the root in a food processor, blender, etc. and mix it with sour cream to taste. I prefer just water mixed with it for a pure radish mixer and they like a creamier version. Some people like it mixed with lemon or vinegar (just keep tasting for your particular likes).

Answer 4

clean the root in cold water to remove dirt. you need a grinder. cut the root into acceptal sizes & run through a fine grind.(DO THIS OUTSIDE!!!) add red wine vinegar to desired consistancy and a little salt to taste. you can also grate the root directly to your food by using a small cheese grater.

Answer 5

Urgh! I hate horseradish!

Answer 6

Like to grate it, add to mustard, Bloody Marys, great kick. Good for cleaning out head aches.