Wasabi is a spicy, bright-green condiment paste that is frequently served alongside sushi. Also called Japanese horseradish, it's known for its instant kick and lingering flavor that's similar to hot ...

Though wasabi is most commonly served alongside Japanese dishes like sushi and sashimi, the paste is also a popular garnish or ingredient in some unexpected foods. Along with apple cider vinegar, ...

If you eat a lot of sushi and sashimi, you’re probably pretty familiar with wasabi. What is wasabi, though, other than that dollop of green paste on the side of your plate? This Japanese staple ...

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On a trip to Japan, I met with wasabi grower David Hulme and tried fresh wasabi for the first time. We toured his wasabi patches, where I learned fresh wasabi doesn't have the vibrant hue I'm used to.