ELI5 Wasabi - is most wasabi really “fake” outside of Japan?

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What exactly is that sensation we feel with wasabi? Is it the same as the heat from chili peppers? Why does it go straight to the nose? How does it differ from similar foods like mustard and horseradish? Is wasabi outside Japan really fake? How do you tell if it’s real? Why is it paired with sushi?


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2024-12-27 7 min

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