The Wasabi root tastes similar to horseradish. The Japanese name means Rose of the mountains because of how similar the leaves are to a rose, but it is one of the strongest spices in Japanese cuisine, and is nicknamed 'Namida' which means 'Tears'.

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Origin: Hataka, Japan. A root originating in Japan where it was considered a luxury

It's cultivation is difficult and time consuming.

Use in fish, chicken and sushi and sashimi

mix a little bit with soy sauce or water to get the paste

3 oz