Where Does Wasabi Come From?

Where Does Wasabi Come From

Most of us thought of wasabi as an eye-watering, vibrant green condiment that sits with the pink pickled ginger come sushi time. But how many of us know where the wasabi comes from? We take a closer examination at the origins of the unusual Japanese ingredients. When we talk about real wasabi, we are probably … Read more about Where Does Wasabi Come From?

Properties and Benefits of Wasabi

Wasabi

Japanese horseradish or wasabi (Eutrema japonicum) is a spicy, horseradish-like plant in the cabbage family with reputed anticancer properties comparable to those of its cruciferous relatives, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower and so on. Wasabi is native to the island of Japan and most of the world’s production originates in several areas of the archipelago as well … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Wasabi