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Horseradish
"The spicy zest of the vegetables world"
A pungent and spicy root vegetable, often used for its flavor, color, and medicinal properties.
Also known as
Cochlearia armoracia, Mountain Radish, Red Cole
Botanical name
Armoracia rusticana
Product Details
PLU Code
94625
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Horseradish Root › All Sizes
Origin
Native to Southeastern Europe and Western Asia
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
8-12 months
Status
Approved
About Horseradish
Horseradish is a perennial plant.
Nutrition Information
Horseradish is low in calories and rich in vitamins and minerals. A 100g serving of horseradish contains approximately 48 calories, 11g of carbohydrates, 2g of protein, and 0.7g of fat. It is a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber, and is also rich in antioxidants. The nutrient breakdown for 100g of horseradish is as follows,
calories 48
carbohydrates 11g
fibre 2.6g
sugars 2.1g
protein 2g
fat 0.7g
saturated fat 0.1g
omega-3 fatty acids 0.01g
omega-6 fatty acids 0.1g
vitamin A 0 micrograms
vitamin D 0 micrograms
vitamin E 0.3mg
vitamin K 136mg
vitamin C 41mg
folate 18 micrograms
thiamin 0.1mg
riboflavin 0.2mg
niacin 0.5mg
pantothenic acid 0.2mg
vitamin B6 0.07mg
biotin 1.2 micrograms
sodium 7mg
potassium 377mg
calcium 47mg
copper 0.1mg
iron 0.6mg
magnesium 29mg
manganese 0.1mg
phosphorus 44mg
zinc 0.3mg
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for horseradish roots. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
98-100%
Packaging
Breathable bags or containers to maintain humidity and prevent moisture loss
Shelf Life
8-12 months
Storage Notes: Horseradish roots wilt very easily and lose pungency when warm, so keep them cold at very high humidity, for example in perforated polyethylene bags or lined crates. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 362-364.
Applies to: horseradish roots.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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