Homemade Horseradish
1 cup peeled and diced horseradish root
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup mayonnaise (optional)
In a food processor, pulse the horseradish root until it's very finely minced into a pulpy texture. Add the sugar and vinegar and pulse a few times. Add the mayonnaise if you'd like a creamy-style horseradish.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge - the flavor will develop over a few days as the sugar and vinegar ferment a little, intensifying the flavor of the horseradish.
Avocado Hummus
2 avocados, diced
1 can garbanzo beans, drained
zest and juice of 2 limes
3 tablespoons horseradish (or substitute a diced jalapeno)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
salt and pepper
In a food processor, puree all ingredients until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed. To serve, sprinkle with more freshly cracked pepper, salt and paprika.