Creamy Horseradish Sauce for Filet Mignon
Elevate your Filet Mignon experience with this rich and tangy Horseradish Sauce that combines the creaminess of Best Foods mayonnaise and sour cream with the zing of white horseradish. Inspired by a recipe from Wine Enthusiast Magazine, this sauce is a perfect complement to the tender, juicy beef, adding an invigorating kick while allowing the steak's natural flavors to shine. Ideal for special occasions or a gourmet dinner at home, this sauce can be prepared in advance for convenience, ensuring you'll have a delightful accompaniment ready to impress your guests.
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Servings
240
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
mayonnaise
1 1/2 cups (preferably Best Foods)
sour cream
3/4 cup (none)
Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon (none)
bottled white horseradish
6 tablespoons (none)
kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
fresh ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
1
In a medium-sized bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups of mayonnaise, 3/4 cup of sour cream, and 1/4 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce.
2
Add 6 tablespoons of bottled white horseradish, 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt, and 1/8 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper.
3
Whisk the mixture vigorously for about a minute until it is smooth and well blended. Ensure that all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
4
Transfer the sauce to an airtight container, cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour, allowing the flavors to meld together. For the best taste, make it the day before and let it chill overnight.
5
Serve chilled as a dipping sauce alongside your marinated and cooked Filet Mignon medallions.
Nutrition Information
20g
Fat
3.6g
Carbs
1.6g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Creamy Horseradish Sauce for Filet Mignon?
This is a rich and tangy sauce that combines mayonnaise and sour cream with white horseradish to elevate the flavor of Filet Mignon.
What type of mayonnaise is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe recommends using 1 1/2 cups of mayonnaise, preferably the Best Foods brand.
How much sour cream is needed for the sauce?
You will need 3/4 cup of sour cream to achieve the desired creaminess.
What kind of horseradish should I use?
The recipe calls for 6 tablespoons of bottled white horseradish.
How much Worcestershire sauce is included in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1/4 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce.
What are the seasoning requirements?
The sauce is seasoned with 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt and 1/8 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper.
How do I prepare the sauce?
Combine the ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk vigorously for about a minute until smooth and well blended.
Should the horseradish sauce be chilled?
Yes, it should be refrigerated for at least one hour, or ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
Can this sauce be made in advance?
Yes, making it the day before and letting it chill overnight results in the best taste.
How should the sauce be served?
Serve the sauce chilled as a dipping accompaniment alongside cooked Filet Mignon medallions.
What is the calorie count for this horseradish sauce?
The sauce contains 240 calories per serving.
How much fat is in one serving?
Each serving contains 20g of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content?
The sauce contains 3.6g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in the sauce?
The sauce has a protein content of 1.6g per serving.
Is this recipe considered low protein?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as a low protein condiment.
What inspired this recipe?
The recipe was inspired by a version featured in Wine Enthusiast Magazine.
Is this sauce suitable for special occasions?
Yes, it is described as ideal for special occasions or a gourmet dinner at home.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 6 ingredients in total: mayonnaise, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, white horseradish, kosher salt, and black pepper.
What is the flavor profile of the sauce?
It is rich, tangy, and invigorating with a spicy kick from the horseradish.
Does the sauce overpower the steak?
No, it is designed to complement the meat and allow its natural flavors to shine.
What storage is recommended?
The sauce should be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Is the sauce easy to make?
Yes, it is a simple whisk-and-chill recipe that is very convenient for entertaining.
What is the texture of the sauce?
The texture is creamy and smooth once thoroughly whisked.
Can I use fresh horseradish instead of bottled?
The recipe specifically calls for bottled white horseradish for its zing and consistency.
What meat goes best with this sauce?
It is specifically designed to be served with marinated and cooked Filet Mignon medallions.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
The tags include sauce, horseradish, filet mignon, gourmet, entertaining, condiment, and creamy.
Does the sauce contain sugar?
The nutritional data indicates that sugar content is not specified or negligible.
What is the preparation time for mixing?
Mixing the ingredients takes about one minute of vigorous whisking.
Is fiber present in this sauce?
Fiber content is listed as null for this recipe.
Should the Filet Mignon be marinated?
Yes, the serving instructions suggest using marinated and cooked Filet Mignon medallions.