Sharp, pungent and sinus clearing is how I would describe one of my favorite condiments. Wasabi has power that transcends the innocent looking spring green mashed mixture commonly found alongside ...

On a trip to Japan, I met with wasabi grower David Hulme and tried fresh wasabi for the first time. We toured his wasabi patches, where I learned fresh wasabi doesn't have the vibrant hue I'm used to.

Discover how to make a fresh and flavorful Japanese Wasabi-Ae salad in just 20 minutes. This dish combines tender enoki ...

Traditional sushi rice is handled gently to keep grains intact, but for a “pounded” version, we want a tacky, cohesive texture that holds its shape perfectly. Rinse & Soak: Rinse the rice until the ...

I've been going 'round and 'round about sushi. On the one hand, there's the convenience of premade, prepackaged sushi at places like Aloha Island Style sushi—or, for that matter, your local ...

You know that little green dollop of heat sitting next to your California roll? There's a good chance it's never been anywhere near an actual wasabi plant. It's wild to think about, honestly. The ...

“It’s not meant to be subtle. It’s a robust flavor that should be embraced.” That’s what renowned bartender Masahiro Urushido (Katana Kitten) told me about wasabi, prominently featured in a Margarita ...