Kren Hot Sauce - A Perfect match with Italian Salami

Kren

The horseradish sauce is obtained by finely grated pickled horseradish . White ivory has a very strong taste and can be served with all dishes.
Ingredients: Horseradish, Vinegar, Rapeseed Oil, Salt, Acidifier (citric acid), Antioxidant: Natural Flavour.

Health

Like all the plants belonging to the family of Brassicaceae, the consumption of Horseradish can provide several health benefits, especially in terms of cancer prevention. This is mainly due to the essential oil contained in the root, where glucosinolates abound. When horseradish root is cut, the enzyme myrosinase breaks down a substance called sinigrin into allyl isothiocyanate. This substance-which tends to fade quickly if not fixed in vinegar or oil-gives horseradish its characteristic odor and flavor, and can irritate the eyes, nose, and throat. www.prezzisalute.com. Many studies have shown that isothiocyanates, primarily allyl isothiocyanate, are responsible for the antibacterial activity and pungency of horseradish. The research shows that these compounds may also exhibit interesting anti-inflammatory, antiplatelet aggregating, and anti-cancer properties.