Wasabi has an incredibly distinctive taste, which is why it’s so prized in Japanese cuisine. When the stem is grated, it releases isothiocyanate, the chief constituent of natural mustard oil. This is a different type of spice compared to what is used elsewhere in the world. Western spiciness is generally derived from capsicum oil that lingers in the mouth and is found in foods such as chili peppers.
 
 
 
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