Where does horse radish come from???

Question

just wondering...

Answer 1

The root is harvested in the spring and fall and sold in 1200 pound pallets to processors who grate the root releasing the volatile oils that distinguish horseradish from all other flavors. The ground horseradish is then mixed with distilled vinegar to stabilize the "heat." This basic formula, which varies from processor to processor, may also contain spices or other ingredients – salt, sugar, cream or vegetable oil. But, generally speaking, horseradish and vinegar are the primary constituents in the basic prepared horseradish on the market today.

In the United States, an estimated 24 million pounds of horseradish roots are ground and processed annually to produce approximately 6 million gallons of prepared horseradish.

In addition to the most popular basic prepared horseradish, a number of other horseradish products are available, including cream-style prepared horseradish, horseradish sauce, beet horseradish and dehydrated horseradish. Cocktail sauce, specialty mustards, and many other sauces, dips, spreads, relishes and dressings also may contain horseradish.

Answer 2

It's a root vegetable, similar to a radish.

Answer 3

it comes from a root about 2 to 3 feet long. its brown on the outside and white on the inside.

Answer 4

It is the root of a plant in the mustard family. Native to Europe.
One of my favorite condiments. My grandmothers family was from Bohemia which is known for horseradish.

Answer 5

Collinsville, illinois
its a herb
grows about 24'' tall and 18''wide and sprouts tall crinkled leaves.

Answer 6

The earth . Its a root.

Answer 7

they scrape it off monkeys butts that's what makes it tangy and that's why monkeys are always picking their buts.