Five Fun Facts about Wasabi, Rarely People Know

Since wasabi is one of the most expensive plants in the world, there are many fake products out there. Many wasabis sold in supermarkets contain other ingredients that are similar in appearance and taste to wasabi.

Plants such as horseradish or mustard are often used as inexpensive substitutes for spicy flavors. It is estimated that the majority of packaged wasabi contains green food coloring to create the same color as the plant.

5. It Has Been Eaten Since BC

Archaeological evidence indicates that the Ancient Japanese had been eating wasabi since 14,000 BC. Research shows that wasabi was first cultivated in the early years of the Edo Period in Japan.

The Tokugawa clan were the first to cultivate wasabi and their family crest consists of the 3 leaves of the wasabi plant. It is thought that wasabi was first eaten with sushi in the early 1800s during the Bunsei era of the Edo Period.

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24 Januari 2025