Most wasabi paste isn’t real wasabi. Wasabi is expensive, so most companies use horseradish instead. Real wasabi is milder than what you’ve been getting with your sushi.
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Most wasabi paste isn’t real wasabi. If you’ve always thought that your store-bought wasabi tastes more like horseradish, you’re probably right. It’s often used as a substitute since real wasabi is expensive.
Most of the wasabi you eat isn’t wasabi. Because actual wasabi can be quite expensive, store-bought wasabi is often made out of horseradish.