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Wasabi root

Wasabi root is the firm, knobbly rhizome of the wasabi plant, finely grated for a pungent condiment or sparing sauce ingredient.

Wasabi root — illustrative ingredient image

About Wasabi root

Wasabi root, commonly sold as fresh wasabi, is the thickened underground stem or rhizome of the wasabi plant. It is grated finely and served freshly prepared as a pungent condiment, or used sparingly in sauces. The exterior is green and knobbly; the interior is pale green to ivory and firm.

Freshly grated wasabi is moist and finely textured, with a sharp, vegetal heat that fades relatively quickly. Whole rhizomes and grated or otherwise prepared products are distinct forms; commercial products called wasabi may instead contain horseradish or blends. Freshness and preparation influence the flavor.

Ingredient type
whole food

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wasabi root (raw)

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Wasabi root nutrition & diet

Wasabi root nutritional value

Wasabi, root, raw

Per 100 g of the edible portion in the recorded USDA food form.

Calories
109kcal
Protein
4.8g
Carbs
23.5g
Fat
0.6g

Reference values for the displayed USDA form. Varieties, brands and preparation can differ.

Fresh whole rhizome, freshly grated wasabi, and prepared commercial pastes are different forms; added water, salt, oils, horseradish, or other ingredients affect comparisons.

Dietary compatibility

  • Vegan
    Not established
  • Vegetarian
    Not established
  • Pescatarian
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  • Keto
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  • Paleo
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  • Low-carb
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  • Halal
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  • Kosher
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What these diet assessments mean
Vegan · Not established
The available profile does not establish the full composition or processing for this dietary pattern.
Vegetarian · Not established
The available profile does not establish the full composition or processing for this dietary pattern.
Pescatarian · Not established
The available profile does not establish the full composition or processing for this dietary pattern.
Keto · Not established
A defined serving and sourced carbohydrate data are needed before assessing this dietary pattern.
Paleo · Not established
The ingredient form and processing have not been assessed against this dietary pattern.
Low-carb · Not established
A defined serving and sourced carbohydrate data are needed before assessing this dietary pattern.
Halal · Not established
Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish halal status.
Kosher · Not established
Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish kosher status.

For the plain ingredient · Awaiting review. Diet compatibility is not allergy suitability or halal/kosher certification. Keto and low-carb depend on the portion.

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Nutrition reference: USDA FoodData Central — Wasabi, root, raw ↗. Values are scaled from 100 g of the recorded edible form. Individual portions have no assumed fixed weight.

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