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Orange Honeydew Melon
Oval-to-round and a delicious cross between a cantaloupe and a honeydew, the very fleshy juicy orangish-yellow pulp of the orange honeydew melon is encased in a hard very yellow matching rind.
Spring Onions
Spring onions are most often utilized raw. The whole onion can be flash blanched and grilled, which brings out more the robust and sweet elements of the onions, and makes them a bolder pair for fish and meats
Seasons/Availability
Horseradish is available year round and is typically harvested in winter.
Current Facts
The hot and pungent flavor of horseradish is absent until the root is crushed or ground. The addition of vinegar to the crushed root neutralizes the reaction and seals in the unique taste and heat horseradish is known for.
Description/Taste
This primitive looking member of the mustard family has a unique flavor. The white colored meat of fresh horseradish has a distinct bite similar to that of prepared horseradish but has a crisp and sweet flavor to it as well.
Nutritional Value
Horseradish is low in fat and calories and high in vitamin C and dietary fiber.
Applications
Horseradish is perfect for adding a delicious kick to spreads such as mayonnaise and mustard, and a delectable addition to glazes and fruit sauces used in savory dishes. It complements grilled meats and seafood, and pairs well with roasted root vegetables and mashed potatoes. When cooking with horseradish be sure to add it towards the end as prolonged heat from cooking can dull its flavor.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Horseradish is one of the five bitter herbs used on a traditional Seder plate for the Jewish Passover. The root has long been used as a condiment for meats in Germany and England.
Geography/History
Horseradish has been valued for its medicinal and culinary qualities since the time of the ancient Greeks and Egyptians. It has been used to treat aliments such as arthritis and kidney stones, to soothe indigestion, to treat sinus infections and coughs, and as an aphrodisiac. Horseradish arrived in America in the mid 1800’s courtesy of early settlers in the northeast. Today horseradish is grown commonly in both the United States and Europe. In the United States Collinsville, Illinois is the major producer of commercial horseradish and home to the annual International Horseradish Festival.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Hard Rock Hotel Main Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-702-3000 |
| Craft and Commerce Bar | San Diego CA | 619-962-5935 |
| Mitch's Seafood | San Diego CA | (619) 222-8787 |
| Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
| La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | FRONT: 760-704-1000 |
| Analog | San Diego CA | 619-233-1183 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 800 843 4661 |
| Bacci | San Diego CA | 619-275-2094 |
| Snooze H.C, LLC | San Diego CA | 619-500-3344 |
| Stingaree | San Diego CA | 619-544-0867 |
| Roseville Cozinha | San Diego CA | 619-794-2192 |
| Baja Asiatio | Tijuana CA | 619-890-4448 |
| The Pearl Hotel | San Diego CA | 877-732-7573 |
| Burlap Bar | San Diego CA | 858-369-5700 |
| Currant | San Diego CA | 619-702-6309 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| The Oceanaire Seafood Room | San Diego CA | 619-858-2277 |
| Happy Pantry | San Diego CA | 858-449-4666 |
| Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-1582 |
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-9085 |
| Marine Room | San Diego CA | 858-551-4676 |
| Urban Solace | San Diego CA | 619-295-6464 |
| Dolce Pane & Vino | Del Mar CA | 858-832-1518 |
| Nine - Ten | San Diego CA | 858-964-5400 |
| Union Kitchen & Tap | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2337 |
| The Farm House Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-269-9662 |
| Prepkitchen La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-875-7737 |
| Prepkitchen Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-7737 |
| Prepkitchen Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-247-0394 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| La Costa Glen Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Tom Hams Light House | San Diego CA | 619-291-9110 |
| Catalina Resources | San Diego CA | 619-297-9797 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
| Bertrand at Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Hilton Harbor Island | San Diego CA | 619-291-6700 |
| Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 619-990-0158 |
| Chateau La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-459-4451 |
| Whisknladle | San Diego CA | 858-551-7575 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Aztec Shops Catering | San Diego CA | 619-594-7641 |
| US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Maderas Golf Club | Poway CA | 858-451-8100 |
| LaCasse Maritime | Bothell WA | 206 545 2201 |
| Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.) | San Diego CA | 619-962-5935 |
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Fox & Obel Near Chicago, Illinois, United States About 60 days ago Spotter's comments : Fox and obel has organic horseradish in Chicago, IL Sprouts East Lake Near Chula Vista, California, United States About 71 days ago Ocado Yorkshire Near Bradford, United Kingdom About 72 days ago Specialty Produce Near San Diego, California, United States About 134 days ago Spotter's comments : Horseradish root in stock! Use the fresh root over the prepared horseradish for an extra kick to any dish Specialty Produce Near San Diego, California, United States About 149 days ago Spotter's comments : It has better flavor than prepared Horseradish and can add a kick to any holiday dish |
