This Mary Berry Hot Beetroot and Horseradish is a bold and earthy recipe, which includes coarsely grated beetroot and hot horseradish sauce. It’s a classic, foolproof recipe, ready in about 10 minutes.
Mary Berry Hot Beetroot and Horseradish Ingredients
- 4 tbsp pouring double cream
- 2 heaped tbsp hot horseradish sauce
- 500g (1lb 2oz) cooked beetroot, peeled and coarsely grated
How To Make Mary Berry Hot Beetroot and Horseradish
- Heat The Cream And Horseradish: In a large frying pan, bring the cream and horseradish to a boil.
- Add The Beetroot: Stir in the grated beetroot and cook over heat for a few minutes until hot.
- Season And Serve: Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve warm in a heated dish.

Recipe Tips
- Why use coarse grating? A coarse grater prevents the beetroot from turning mushy.
- Can I use fresh horseradish? Yes, grate it into the cream and cook until softened before adding beetroot.
- How to avoid overcooking? Heat gently and stir constantly to avoid drying out.
- Can I use vacuum-packed beetroot? Yes, just ensure it’s plain cooked beetroot, not pickled.
- What cream works best? Use pouring double cream for richness and a silky texture.
What To Serve With Hot Beetroot and Horseradish
This earthy dish pairs beautifully with:
- Roast rib of beef
- Highland beef pie
- Pork loin
- Grilled sausages
- Baked potatoes
How To Store Hot Beetroot and Horseradish
Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Reheat: Gently reheat in a pan until warm—avoid boiling.
Do Not Freeze: Freezing affects the texture and flavor.
Beetroot and Horseradish Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 130 kcal per serving
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 7g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Can I use raw beetroot?
No, this recipe uses pre-cooked beetroot for quick heating and texture.
Is this dish spicy?
It has a mild kick from horseradish, but it’s not overly spicy.
Can I serve this cold?
This version is designed to be served warm, but it can be cooled and served as a cold side.
Is it vegetarian?
Yes, all ingredients are vegetarian-friendly.
Mary Berry Hot Beetroot and Horseradish
Description
A warm and vibrant side dish of coarsely grated beetroot gently heated in cream and horseradish—a perfect earthy complement to roasted meats.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Bring cream and horseradish to a boil in a pan.
- Stir in grated beetroot and heat through.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately in a warm dish.
Notes
- Use coarse grater to preserve texture
- Fresh horseradish works with pre-cooking
- Not suitable for freezing
- Best served immediately warm
