KONA WASABI WITH WASABITS
Ambient. Origin: Japan. Brand: Kinjirushi. Size: 1kg. Code: DR0146.

This is a powdered wasabi from Kinjirushi, one of Japan’s most respected wasabi houses, with a clever twist. Alongside the pungent powder it contains “Wasabits”, fine granules that, once the powder is mixed with water, recreate the slightly fibrous texture and appearance of freshly grated wasabi, for a paste that looks and feels closer to the real thing than a smooth powder alone. Like most commercial wasabi, its heat comes from a blend of horseradish and mustard.

Its advantages are practical. As a dry powder it keeps far longer than a ready made paste, and it is prepared simply by mixing with an equal amount of cold water and leaving it to rest for a few minutes, during which the sharp, pungent heat develops fully. A kitchen can make up exactly as much as it needs, fresh each time, and control the strength and consistency, with none of the waste of an opened tube.

Once mixed, it becomes a textured wasabi paste for serving with sushi and sashimi, and it works equally well stirred into dressings, dipping sauces, and mayonnaise, or into marinades where a clean, sharp heat is wanted. Supplied in an economical 1kg pack, it is an efficient way to bring authentic looking, pungent wasabi to a busy sushi kitchen.

Why choose Sea House Kona Wasabi with Wasabits?

• Texture of grated wasabi. “Wasabits” granules recreate the fibrous look and feel of freshly grated wasabi.
• Sharp, pungent heat. A lively, clean kick that stands up to raw fish.
• Freshly made each time. Mix only what you need with water for a fresh paste at every service.
• Long shelf life. A dry powder that keeps far longer than opened ready made paste.
• Economical bulk format. A practical 1kg pack for high volume sushi kitchens.