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Celeriac Remoulade

20th September 2018 - By Michelle Minnaar
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Celeriac remoulade is one of the healthiest side dishes that pairs with practically anything. Smoked salmon and celeriac remoulade are quite the popular combination, which you might have seen already.

A plate of smoked salmon with a lemon on top next to celeriac remoulade

If you ask me about my favourite part of a fresh celeriac recipe, then I’ll gladly tell you that the crunch factor is what you need to look forward to. Celeriac remoulade recipes are perfect if you are on a calorie diet or if you seek a healthier lifestyle.

It is commonly enjoyed as a side dish or as a starter. If you double up, you can also eat it alone as a celeriac remoulade salad.

This celeriac remoulade can be easily mistaken for a vegan coleslaw salad.  However, this celeriac remoulade uses far less mayonnaise than a traditional coleslaw recipe usually requires.

For a healthier option, you can also opt to use a vegan alternative for the cream. Preparing this recipe from start to finish should not take you more than 20 minutes – including clean up! Take advantage of this amazing root vegetable!

Celeriac remoulade definition

Celeriac remoulade, in definition, is very thin slices of celeriac, mixed with cream, yoghurt, lemon juice and seasoned to taste. You can make various types of remoulades, however remoulades work best with vegetables that have a harder texture.

Good substitutes for celeriac are parsnip, kohlrabi or carrots. If you haven’t got a clue what celeriac is, you might want to know the different between celeriac and celery.

Otherwise, if you use celery, your celeriac remoulade will have a completely different outcome.

First, celeriac is a beige bulbous root. In comparison, celery is the green stalks or sticks that grow out of the root. These two have two completely different purposes.

The celeriac is perfect for remoulades, making celeriac puree and flavouring stews or broths. It’s a very solid vegetable so it takes quite a while to cook.

Whereas, celery sticks are sharper and more tangy.  They are a very common addition to creating Italian pasta sauces and you can enjoy them raw with ranch dressing.

You are most likely to find celery sticks at a party within a vegetable platter being served with a healthy avocado dip.

A plate of celeriac remoulade : white strips of celeriac on a blue plate in a white sauce

Cleaning celeriac

Now here it is where it gets tricky. Cleaning the root can be a tedious task for those who are unfamiliar with this root vegetable. In most cases, when you prepare the celeriac, you’ll notice that most of the root goes to waste.

This is because it has a lot of dirt in between its tiny roots, so most people just cut off large chunks of the root. To get the most amount of celeriac for your celeriac remoulade, you’ll need to dip it into a deep bowl of water and let it soak for roughly ten minutes.

During this time, the small bits of dirt will dissolve, and cleaning the celeriac will be that much easier. More importantly, you won’t need to cut really large chunks from this delicious vegetable.

The more celeriac you save during this cleaning process, the more celeriac remoulade you’ll be left with. Also, it’s always nice to cook sustainably with as little waste as possible!

A close up of celeriac remoulade with dill

A quick celeriac remoulade recipe

You might be wondering whether it is even possible to enjoy raw celeriac in this remoulade recipe. The answer is very simple – of course!

It’s all thanks to the julienne technique! To julienne an ingredient you need to cut it into long thin strips with a very sharp knife.

Consistency and precision are key. Some top restaurants have extreme standards when it comes to serving julienned ingredients and go as far as to measure every single millimeter.

Just think of the size of match sticks. When you julienne the celeriac, it is very enjoyable to eat and it will be much softer. Once you master this cutting technique, you can also use it in other stir fry recipes like this one.

Celeriac remoulade yoghurt

Preparing the mixture for the celeriac remoulade is just as important as the cleaning process of the root vegetable. Generally speaking, this celeriac recipe calls for mayonnaise, double cream and whole grain mustard.

However, it’s completely fine to use vegan alternatives. For extra flavour, add a dash of Dijon mustard and sprinkle some cayenne pepper on top for a that lovely kick.

Don’t forget to season with salt and pepper and add the lemon juice to prevent browning!

A close up of celeriac remoulade, smoked salmon and a fork

Fennel and celeriac remoulade

If you feel like something is still missing and your celeriac remoulade is still not quite there, then you can also add thin slices of fennel. Fennel is very fragrant and will complement the celeriac very well.

Otherwise, I am a huge fan of adding julienned slices of green apples. Make sure that you get those which are very acidic. This way, you don’t need to add too much lemon and you can enjoy the natural acidity as well as sweetness from the apples.

If you do decide to go for the apples, fresh sugar peas will also work very well. Don’t be shy to experiment a little.

Best celeriac remoulade recipe

There are two things you need to do in order to make this your best celeriac remoulade recipe ever. First, source the celeriac fresh from a farmer’s market or grow it yourself.

A bio alternative will result in a more fragrant and sharper flavour. Cooking with fresh produce is always something you should strive to. Not only will you have more flavour, you’ll have more nutrients and vitamins.  So, that’s step one to mastering the perfect celeriac remoulade.

The second element which is crucial for a delicious celeriac remoulade is storage. It’s like with any beef stew or pasta sauce, it always tastes much better the next day.

The reason behind this is that the ingredients bind together over time, fusing different flavours. The same goes for a celeriac remoulade recipe.

If you keep it in the fridge overnight, the remoulade will be harmonious and you’ll enjoy every single bite of it.

Celeriac remoulade is best served simply with slices of smoked salmon or salmon terrine.

What is your favourite way to enjoy Celeriac Remoulade?

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Smoked Salmon Remoulade

Celeriac Remoulade


★★★★★

4.8 from 10 reviews

  • Author: Michelle Minnaar
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
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Description

Celeriac remoulade comprises celeriac, mayonnaise, cream and mustard. It’s best served with cold meats & fish such as smoked salmon and ham. Perfect lunch!


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Ingredients

  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 celeriac, weighing about 450g (1lb)
  • 100ml (7 tbsp) mayonnaise
  • 45ml (3 tbsp) wholegrain mustard
  • 45ml (3 tbsp) double cream
  • 45ml (3 tbsp) dill, finely chopped
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Place the lemon juice in a large bowl.
  2. Peel the celeriac and then cut it into matchsticks. As you finish slicing batches, place the julienned celeriac in the bowl with lemon juice and stir thoroughly to prevent the vegetable from browning.
  3. In a separate bowl mix the mayonnaise, mustard and cream.
  4. Stir the sauce into the celeriac.
  5. Season to taste and sprinkle with dill.
  6. Place in the fridge for a couple of hours for the flavours to fully develop, then serve.

Notes

Serving Suggestion

  • Serve with thin slices of ham, smoked salmon, watercress salad or toast.

Notes

  • Alternatively, you can use a mandolin in order to save time.
  • You can substitute the wholegrain mustard with Dijon.
  • You can easily adjust the sauce quantity to your preference; just stick to the ratios.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 196
  • Sugar: 3.8 g
  • Sodium: 306 mg
  • Fat: 13 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 19.7 g
  • Fiber: 2.9 g
  • Protein: 2.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 22 mg

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  1. Renil M. George says

    1st October 2017 at 12:30 pm

    beautiful presentation ,use of colors.

    ★★★★★

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  2. sam macaree says

    20th September 2018 at 6:03 pm

    never heard of it before!

    Reply
  3. cheryl hadfield says

    20th September 2018 at 7:57 pm

    I have never tried, but sounds like something I would like

    ★★★★★

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  4. Tracy Nixon says

    20th September 2018 at 8:11 pm

    I have never tried it but sounds and looks delicious!

    ★★★★★

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  5. Kim Neville says

    20th September 2018 at 8:38 pm

    I would like with chicken and jacket potato

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  6. Helen Moulden says

    20th September 2018 at 9:10 pm

    On crusty bread! Nice and simple 🙂

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  7. Kelly Hirst says

    20th September 2018 at 10:50 pm

    I have never tried Celeriac Remoulade but it sounds like it would be tasty with some crusty bread

    Reply
  8. Solange says

    20th September 2018 at 11:46 pm

    With lots of toast and some dressed watercress.

    Reply
  9. Sadiyya Maryam says

    20th September 2018 at 11:56 pm

    To be honest I haven’t tried it yet but looks delicious.

    Reply
  10. clair downham says

    21st September 2018 at 9:40 am

    sorry i dont know as i havent tried it but would love too

    Reply
  11. pete c says

    21st September 2018 at 12:27 pm

    have never tried it before so I would probably enjoy it as a supper

    Reply
  12. Joanne Billington says

    21st September 2018 at 1:35 pm

    With grilled chicken

    Reply
  13. Kim Murray says

    21st September 2018 at 2:51 pm

    I’ve never tried it- but would be lovely with a chicken salad x

    Reply
  14. kansrm says

    21st September 2018 at 5:54 pm

    Look delish!!

    Reply
  15. Lorrainek says

    21st September 2018 at 9:41 pm

    I would definitely try with smoked salmon

    Reply
  16. sallie burrows says

    23rd September 2018 at 10:33 am

    with some ribeye steak

    Reply
  17. Lyn Geddes says

    23rd September 2018 at 3:30 pm

    I’ve never had celeriac

    Reply
  18. melanie stirling says

    23rd September 2018 at 11:04 pm

    I have never tried it but it looks like something I would enjoy.

    Reply
  19. Ruth Harwood says

    24th September 2018 at 8:20 am

    love it with a side of garlic bread xx

    ★★★★

    Reply
  20. joanne casey says

    26th September 2018 at 7:40 am

    I’ve never heard of it before! I have used celeriac with mash before though

    Reply
  21. Kim Carberry says

    26th September 2018 at 10:43 pm

    I have never tried it but I would like to. I think it would go well with chicken x

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  22. Kim Styles says

    30th September 2018 at 10:31 am

    I have never had it but i love mashed celeriac with creamed mashed potatoes

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  23. Emma Walton says

    1st October 2018 at 11:27 am

    I’ve never tried it but it looks as if it would go well with all meats and fish.

    Reply
  24. gaynor Vincent says

    3rd October 2018 at 7:58 am

    I would love it with some nice roast beef and gravy

    Reply
  25. Jane Willis says

    6th October 2018 at 6:16 am

    I make celeriac remoulade quite often – I like to add a little bit of carrot sometimes for extra colour. I serve it with cold ham or as a side to steak and chips.

    ★★★★

    Reply
  26. Lynn Neal says

    6th October 2018 at 7:46 pm

    I think it woul be nice with a barbecue

    Reply
  27. Emma Howard says

    8th October 2018 at 2:08 pm

    I’ve never heard of celeriac remoulade before. Sounds delicious though!

    Reply
  28. Deirdre M says

    10th October 2018 at 10:23 am

    With Venison Burgers! Perfect combination.

    Reply
  29. maria says

    10th October 2018 at 11:01 pm

    I haven’t tried it but it looks delicious

    Reply
  30. Victoria Prince says

    11th October 2018 at 10:33 am

    I’ve never heard of it before! I looove celeriac though so it’s definitely something I’ll be trying. I’m a sucker for smoked salmon so boring as it is I think my favourite way to enjoy it will be with smoked salmon 🙂

    Reply
  31. Lucy says

    12th October 2018 at 11:14 pm

    I’ve never heard of it before but I’d definitely be up for trying it!

    Reply
  32. Natalie White says

    13th October 2018 at 5:58 pm

    I genuinely have never tried it but I would love to!

    Reply
  33. Katie Skeoch says

    15th October 2018 at 1:40 pm

    Never tried it! I’m sure it would be great with a nice salad & new potatoes

    Reply
  34. Rena Plumridge says

    15th October 2018 at 9:14 pm

    I have never tried it but would like to

    Reply
  35. James Travis says

    16th October 2018 at 4:08 pm

    Never tried it, but like to

    Reply
  36. Jennifer Hemmings says

    17th October 2018 at 8:24 pm

    I like celeriac , never had it like this, normally use it in coleslaw

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  37. Sheri Darby says

    17th October 2018 at 8:26 pm

    I have never tried it

    Reply
  38. Anthea Holloway says

    18th October 2018 at 7:49 pm

    I have never tried it but I think I shall now because it sounds delicious.

    Reply
  39. Amanda Gregory says

    19th October 2018 at 10:09 am

    I haven’t tried t but I think I’d like it with fresh tuna.

    Reply
  40. sue leake says

    19th October 2018 at 4:31 pm

    with a fork

    Reply
  41. Mark Mccaffery says

    20th October 2018 at 2:54 am

    I’d take it alongside a steak.

    Reply
  42. Adrian Bold says

    20th October 2018 at 3:29 am

    I have never tried the brand before but would love to give it a go! Thanks for the competition.

    Reply
  43. Margaret Mccaffery says

    20th October 2018 at 4:05 am

    I’ve never tried it.

    Reply
  44. Sarah Mccaffery says

    20th October 2018 at 5:01 am

    I have yet to try it.

    Reply
  45. Rachael Sexey says

    20th October 2018 at 9:35 am

    I have never tried this but it looks delicious ❤

    Reply
  46. hannah igoe says

    20th October 2018 at 9:38 am

    I have never tried it but would love to a cosy evening in with friends

    Reply
  47. Lauren Old says

    20th October 2018 at 10:19 am

    I have never had it but I imagine with a glass of white wine!

    Reply
  48. Irene Murdoch says

    20th October 2018 at 7:46 pm

    Sounds interesting – I would try it with a gourmet burger

    Reply
  49. Louise says

    20th October 2018 at 8:01 pm

    I never know what to do with celeriac other than soup! This sounds great.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  50. Amy Jo McLellan says

    20th October 2018 at 11:11 pm

    I must confess that I’ve never had Celeriac Remoulade!

    Reply
  51. Nikki Rose says

    24th October 2018 at 8:19 pm

    Oh wow!!😀 So simple and sooooo delicious! I just adore remoulade and eat it every time we go to France – in abundance! This is the best recipe I have found and the closest thing to eating it ‘en France’ 😋 I could eat a tub of it on its own… and bearing in mind I only made this from your recipe 2 nights ago, there’s only Hubby and me, and the whole lot has gone already. Lovely straight from the fridge, really fresh and zingy. Plus, two friends at work have tasted it and want the recipe, too! 🤗 I eat it on its own, it works great with grilled or cold chicken, ham, mackeral, any fish really…any kind of salad…Great for a buffet, BBQ etc. I don’t normally get so excited by recipes, but oh my, this is A-Maz-Zing! Thank you so much for sharing! 🤗 Xxx

    ★★★★★

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    • michelle says

      26th October 2018 at 12:31 pm

      you’re most welcome Nikki! Hoping you’ll enjoy even more recipes from Greedy Gourmet 🙂

      Reply
  52. Naila Mo says

    28th October 2018 at 1:16 pm

    Actually never tried it before, but will have a look!

    Reply
  53. sharon martin says

    30th October 2018 at 3:32 pm

    to be honest i’ve never actually tried it but yours looks tasty

    Reply
  54. Niki says

    2nd November 2019 at 10:43 pm

    That looks wonderful. I also bulk mine out with fennel or Granny Smith apples, they’re the slightly sour green ones. Could you please pass on some tips for choosing celeriac? It’s not a very well known or popular vegetable here in New Zealand (I’m working on it), and I often end up buying dry woody ones by mistake, hence the bulking out.

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    • Michelle says

      29th January 2020 at 10:24 am

      Hello Niki,

      The best way to select celeriac is to first of all opt for a bio one. Usually, these are smaller and ‘dirtier’. In either case, make sure that your celeriac is a light beige colour and not too brown (indicating it is too old) and not too green (it’s too young). Hope this helps, Michelle

      Reply

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