horseradish

• Planta de raíz picante, originaria de Europa y Asia, cuyo tallo subterráneo se consume rallado como condimento o especia en salsas y platos. También se refiere a esa propia raíz o a la preparación que se hace con ella.

A pungent root vegetable from the Brassicaceae family, commonly grated and used as a condiment or spice in sauces and dishes.

1. B1formalculinary

   A pungent, spicy root vegetable used as a condiment or flavoring in sauces and dishes.

   Rábano picante

   • He added a spoonful of horseradish to the roast beef sandwich.
   • Horseradish sauce is a popular accompaniment to prime rib.
   • The sharp taste of fresh horseradish clears the sinuses.

2. Prepared condimentB1informalculinary

   A prepared paste or sauce made from grated horseradish root, often mixed with vinegar and cream.

   Salsa de rábano picante

   • I love putting horseradish on my hot dogs.
   • She bought a jar of prepared horseradish from the store.
   • The cocktail sauce is made with ketchup and horseradish.