Perfect for Beef, Potatoes, and More

Creamy Horseradish Sauce

Make this creamy horseradish sauce with horseradish, sour cream, mayo, Dijon, and pepper. Perfect for beef, potatoes, and steak tartare.

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Prep Time 5

Chill Time 2

Total Time 2 5

Course Condiment, Dip, Sauce

Cuisine American

Servings 1 C

Equipment

Normal Kitchen Utensils

Ingredients

1/2 C Sour Cream
2 Tbsp Mayonnaise
2 Tbsp Prepared Horseradish More or Less to Taste
1 tsp Dijon Mustard (Optional)
1/4 – 1/2 tsp Fresh Cracked Black Pepper
Salt to Taste (Optional)

Instructions

Mix all the ingredients (except the salt) together until well combined.
1/2 C Sour Cream, 2 Tbsp Mayonnaise, 2 Tbsp Prepared Horseradish, 1 tsp Dijon Mustard, 1/4 – 1/2 tsp Fresh Cracked Black Pepper
You can serve this right away, but I like to chill it for around two hours to let the flavors marry.
Stir and taste for salt and pepper before serving. It usually doesn't need salt.
Salt to Taste

Keyword Cool, Dijon, Horseradish, Mayonnaise, Pepper, Sour Cream, Steakhouse, White, Zesty

Why This Horseradish Sauce Recipe Works

If you’ve just tried this horseradish sauce recipe, you’re in for a treat. Creamy horseradish sauce is bold, tangy, and versatile. It complements beef like nothing else, and I love using it on steak, prime rib, or even corned beef and cabbage. The sauce is simple: horseradish, sour cream, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and black pepper. Yet the flavors combine for a creamy punch that enhances any hearty dish.

Horseradish is a pungent root vegetable from the Brassicaceae family, related to mustard and wasabi. Grating the root releases compounds that give it a sharp, peppery flavor. Fresh horseradish root delivers intense heat, while vinegar in prepared horseradish preserves it and softens the bite. This recipe uses prepared horseradish for convenience and balanced flavor, but you can control the heat by adding more or less.

Creative Uses Beyond Beef

I love horseradish so much that I use this sauce beyond beef. It brightens chicken, pork, and roasted potatoes, and even adds a punch to twice-baked potatoes, creamed spinach, or roasted beets. The sauce is also fantastic as a dip for onion rings or drizzled over sauerkraut. If you want a classic touch, try it alongside prime rib or steak tartare.

Horseradish sauce’s tang and creaminess balance rich meats and starchy sides. For a complete beefy meal, pair it with burgundy mushrooms or my crack mashed potatoes for extra indulgence.

Fun Facts and Origins

Horseradish has been used as a condiment for centuries. It likely originated in Eastern Europe, where it was traditionally grated and served with roasted meats. Prepared horseradish became popular in the 19th century in the U.S., especially with beef dishes. Fast food fans will recognize Arby’s Horsey Sauce, which is basically a creamy horseradish spread. Its breakout popularity proves that people love that sharp, tangy flavor.

From prime rib to roasted veggies, this sauce is a versatile staple. It’s creamy, slightly spicy, and easy to make. Give it a try, and you’ll see why horseradish sauce has stood the test of time. It adds brightness and punch to almost any dish, and once you try it, you’ll wonder how you ever ate beef without it!

I wrote and edited this post with help from ChatGPT, based on my own tested recipe and original photography. I am not affiliated with Arby’s or any of their products. This post is for informational purposes only.

Creamy Horseradish Sauce Recipe