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Feb 4, 2025 · Either going by the scientific name of Wasabia japonica or Eutrema japonicum, wasabi is the spicy horseradish condiment from Japan that’s best known as an accompaniment for sushi, sashimi, Japanese noodle dishes (like udon), and more.

Apr 2, 2019 · "Real wasabi or Japanese horseradish [scientifically known as Wasabia japonica, Cochlearia wasabi, or Eutrema japonica] is a root that grows on farms in Japan. Fresh wasabi paste is made by grating the wasabi rhizome, the subterranean stem of the plant," Bian tells us.

Feb 2, 2023 · If you’ve ever wondered what’s in wasabi and why it’s so spicy, you’re in the right place. Plus, here's how to tell if it's real wasabi.

· Our wasabi plants are small but well rooted, authentic Wasabia japonica. They are disease-free and have been produced via tissue-cultures which are selected from our strongest stock. The plants are the Daruma cultivar. · Growing authentic wasabi is as much an art as a science.

Feb 22, 2025 · There are some tell-tale signs of real and fake wasabi. In an interview with Tasting Table, Yoshida broke them down into three, each revolving around the condiment's taste, smell, and texture.

Wasabi is a well-loved condiment often associated with sushi and other Japanese dishes. Its bright green hue and spicy yet unique flavor have led many to believe they are taste testing the real deal. But just how genuine is the wasabi found in the United States?

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Wasabi (Japanese: ワサビ, わさび, or 山葵, pronounced [waꜜsabi]) or Japanese horseradish (Eutrema japonicum[3] syn. Wasabia japonica) [4] is a plant of the family Brassicaceae, which also includes horseradish and mustard in other genera.

Feb 2, 2023 · Real wasabi — derived from the plant Wasabia japonica — is rarer than you might think. This Japanese aquatic plant is difficult to grow, making it significantly more expensive than most condiments. According to the Washington Post, adding the real stuff to your sushi might add $3 to $5 to the bill.