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  1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › HorseradishHorseradish - Wikipedia

    Horseradish (Armoracia rusticana, syn. Cochlearia armoracia) is a perennial plant of the family Brassicaceae (which also includes mustard, wasabi, broccoli, cabbage, and radish). It is a root vegetable , cultivated and used worldwide as a spice and as a condiment .

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  3. Jul 25, 2019 · Horseradish is believed to have originated in Eastern Europe. It’s a cruciferous vegetable, alongside mustard, wasabi, cabbage, broccoli, and kale ( 1, 2 ). It has a long, white root and green...

  4. horseradish.org › horseradish-facts › horseradishHorseradish History

    The history of horseradish is intricate and mysterious, but one certainty stands: Horseradish has been prized for its medicinal and gastronomic qualities for centuries. The Egyptians knew about horseradish as far back as 1500 B.C. Early Greeks used it as a rub for lower back pain and an aphrodisiac. Jews still use it during Passover seders as ...

  5. Jan 24, 2014 · Horseradish, a member of the same family that brings us cabbage, mustard, and radishes, has been used as an herb for thousands of years. It was grown by the Greeks and is mentioned, as well, in the Bible, being associated with the Jewish festival of Passover.

  6. Jul 3, 2024 · Horseradish, hardy perennial plant of the mustard family (Brassicaceae) known for its hotly pungent fleshy root, which is made into a condiment or table relish. The root is traditionally considered medicinal and is commonly used as a substitute for true wasabi in Japanese cuisine.

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  7. May 8, 2024 · Origin and Brief. Horseradish is a herbaceous perennial plant in the Brassicaceae family, which also includes mustard, wasabi, and cabbage. It is native to southeastern Europe and western Asia and has been used for centuries as a condiment or spice.

  8. Dec 14, 2023 · The heat of jalapeños and other peppers comes from capsicum, a chemical compound that stimulates nerve endings in the mouth and skin (or eyes, if you've ever made the mistake of touching them after chopping chiles).

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