Wasabi Blend

Name: Wasabi Blend
Brand: TERRE EXOTIQUE
SKU: TEEPWASABI
Price: 8.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

£8.00

Net: 60g Terre Exotique

A powdered wasabi blend with fresh, sharp, nasal heat — mix with soy sauce to make an instant wasabi paste. Built on 68.8% horseradish powder with mustard for an authentic wasabi-style kick. A staple Japanese condiment for sushi, sashimi, and beyond.

Wasabi Blend

£8.00

In Japanese, wasabi means "hollyhock mountain" — a reference to the morphological similarities between the two plants. True wasabi (Wasabia japonica) is one of the most difficult crops in the world to cultivate, growing only on shaded mountainsides in running water, which is why the vast majority of wasabi served worldwide — including in most Japanese restaurants — is based on horseradish. This blend follows that same approach: 68.8% horseradish powder provides the sharp, clean, nasal heat that defines the wasabi experience, supported by mustard powder for depth and bite. The result is a potent, finely milled powder that delivers the familiar sinus-clearing hit that wasabi is known for.

The powder format makes it versatile and long-lasting. Mixed with soy sauce or a few drops of water, it produces a smooth, bright-green wasabi paste in seconds — the traditional accompaniment to sushi, sashimi, and nigiri. Beyond Japanese cuisine, wasabi heat works well with a surprisingly broad range of ingredients: salmon, tuna, prawns, cod, roasted chicken, avocado, cold soups, and julienned vegetables all pair well. It can also be mixed into mayonnaise, cream cheese, or butter for a condiment with a sharp, aromatic kick.

Producer: Terre Exotique, a French spice house founded in 1998 after its founder discovered Penja pepper on a plantation in Cameroon. The company sources directly from growers worldwide and processes at its facility in France, maintaining close relationships with producers to ensure traceability and quality across its range.

Ingredients: Horseradish powder 68.8%, Mustard powder, vitamin C, colouring

Storage: Ambient. Store in a dry place.

Net: 60g

The wasabi blend is a powder — mix with liquid before use to activate the heat and flavour.

For wasabi paste, mix a small amount of powder with a few drops of soy sauce or cold water until you reach a smooth, thick consistency. Let it rest for 1–2 minutes before serving — this allows the heat to develop fully. Serve alongside sushi, sashimi, or nigiri.

For a dipping sauce, blend the paste into soy sauce to taste. Start with a small amount and build — the heat is concentrated and arrives quickly through the nose rather than on the tongue.

For wasabi mayonnaise, stir a teaspoon of the powder (or made-up paste) into mayonnaise. Excellent with prawns, crab, seared tuna, or as a dip for tempura.

For wasabi butter, blend a teaspoon into softened butter. Use on grilled fish, steak, or corn on the cob.

For dressings, whisk the powder directly into vinaigrettes or cream-based dressings. It dissolves easily and distributes its heat evenly.

For cooking, add sparingly to cold soups, marinades, or sauces. Avoid prolonged high heat — the volatile compounds that create the characteristic nasal hit break down quickly when cooked, so add at the end or use in cold preparations for the best result.

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Description

In Japanese, wasabi means "hollyhock mountain" — a reference to the morphological similarities between the two plants. True wasabi (Wasabia japonica) is one of the most difficult crops in the world to cultivate, growing only on shaded mountainsides in running water, which is why the vast majority of wasabi served worldwide — including in most Japanese restaurants — is based on horseradish. This blend follows that same approach: 68.8% horseradish powder provides the sharp, clean, nasal heat that defines the wasabi experience, supported by mustard powder for depth and bite. The result is a potent, finely milled powder that delivers the familiar sinus-clearing hit that wasabi is known for.

The powder format makes it versatile and long-lasting. Mixed with soy sauce or a few drops of water, it produces a smooth, bright-green wasabi paste in seconds — the traditional accompaniment to sushi, sashimi, and nigiri. Beyond Japanese cuisine, wasabi heat works well with a surprisingly broad range of ingredients: salmon, tuna, prawns, cod, roasted chicken, avocado, cold soups, and julienned vegetables all pair well. It can also be mixed into mayonnaise, cream cheese, or butter for a condiment with a sharp, aromatic kick.