A hot, horseradish-based wasabi powder that mixes into fresh paste with water, for sushi and sashimi service.
QING Wasabi Powder HOT is a dry powder that turns into fresh wasabi paste when mixed with water. The label lists horseradish powder at 88.9775%, mustard at 10%, citric acid at 1.02% and the green colour E141 at 0.0025%. The serving instructions say to add 200 ml of water to 100 g of powder and knead well before use, adjusting the water to taste. The pack gives a shelf life of 24 months, asks for the bag to be sealed firmly and kept in a cool, dry place, and states China as the origin. As general background, true wasabi is a plant of the Brassicaceae family, native to Japan, and horseradish and mustard belong to the same family, which is why they are widely used in wasabi powders and pastes. Mix only what each service needs: once made, the label advises keeping the paste in the fridge and using it as soon as possible to hold its sharpness. Serve it with nigiri, sashimi and maki, or whisk a little into soy sauce, mayonnaise and salad dressings.
