Characteristics

Wasabi − did you know? It is spicy, it is green. And you've probably seen it as both a powder and a paste. So what exactly is wasabi? Quite simply, it is the Japanese version of horseradish. And it is known for giving food a little fiery kick. If you have ever wondered what the difference is between its paste and powdered form, the answer is "not much". In either case, the flavor is the same, so it really just boils down to what you like best ? the ease of a paste in a tube or the flexibility of mixing a bit of water with the powder to form a paste.