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Create that iconic, pungent green paste for your sushi nights at home. This recipe uses horseradish and mustard powder to replicate the sinus-clearing kick of wasabi in just a few minutes. It's the perfect quick and easy condiment when you need that spicy accompaniment for Japanese dishes.
For 4 servings
Combine Dry Ingredients
Form the Paste
Color and Rest
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Create that iconic, pungent green paste for your sushi nights at home. This recipe uses horseradish and mustard powder to replicate the sinus-clearing kick of wasabi in just a few minutes. It's the perfect quick and easy condiment when you need that spicy accompaniment for Japanese dishes.
This japanese recipe takes 15 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 62 calories per serving with 1.7g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for condiment or side.
Serve
For a natural green hue, mix in 1/4 teaspoon of spirulina powder or matcha powder instead of artificial food coloring.
Add a pinch of sugar or a tiny drop of honey to the paste to balance the intense heat with a subtle sweetness.
Incorporate a few drops of rice vinegar or lime juice after the paste has rested for a tangy, brighter flavor profile.
The key compounds in horseradish and mustard, known as isothiocyanates, have been studied for their ability to inhibit the growth of bacteria and microbes, which is why it was traditionally served with raw fish.
The volatile compounds released when you eat wasabi travel up the nasal passages, creating a vapor that can help clear sinuses and relieve congestion temporarily.
Studies suggest that isothiocyanates found in horseradish may help reduce inflammation in the body by inhibiting inflammatory enzymes and pathways.
In the small quantities it's typically consumed, it's a low-calorie, low-fat condiment. The primary ingredients, horseradish and mustard, contain compounds called isothiocyanates, which are believed to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
One serving (approximately 1 tablespoon) of this homemade wasabi paste contains about 15-20 calories, primarily from the carbohydrates in the powders.
This recipe creates what is commonly served in restaurants outside of Japan. It's an imitation made from horseradish, mustard, and coloring. Real wasabi is made from the grated stem of the *Wasabia japonica* plant. It has a more complex, herbal, and subtly sweet flavor with a heat that dissipates more quickly.
For the best flavor and potency, it should be consumed within a few hours. However, you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Note that the heat will gradually lessen over time.
The compounds that create the 'hot' sensation in wasabi (isothiocyanates) are volatile and break down when exposed to air and heat. This is why it's best served fresh and why its potency diminishes over time.
Yes, you can. Most commercially available 'wasabi powder' is essentially a pre-mixed blend of horseradish powder, mustard powder, and coloring. If you have that, you can simply mix it with cold water according to the package directions to form a paste.