4 Versatile Wasabi Recipes

 There are a few basic variations of real wasabi sauce that compliment fish dishes perfectly, however, Wasabi is not just for sushi and fish dishes, it is also a great flavor enhancer for vegetables, salads, noodle dishes, chicken and beef. Wasabi also makes a wonderful additional to dips for Japanese dumplings.

In addition to soy sauce or tamari, wasabi is also complimented by ginger, sesame, garlic and even lime make for very tasty flavor combinations.

Here are 4 recipes that can complement a wide variety of dishes.

#1 Wasabi Ginger Garlic Sauce

It doesn’t matter what you like to eat – this Wasabi Ginger Garlic Sauce is a great condiment for it. Make this once and it will become a staple in your repertoire.

Ingredients

• 2 oz Soy or Tamari Sauce
• 2 oz dry sherry
• 1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 piece of fresh ginger, about an inch
• 1 tsp Real Wasabi Powder
• 1 clove of garlic

Method

Put the soy sauce in a small bowl

Add the mirin to the bowl

Add the sesame oil to the bowl

Stir the Wasabi Paste (made from Real Wasabi Powder) into the soy sauce, mirin and sesame oil in the bowl

Taste the mixture. Add more Wasabi Powder if desired

Carefully trim the peel the ginger

Finely mince or grate the ginger and add it to the bowl

Put into a jar and refrigerate, shake before use.

#2 Wasabi Lime Dressing

This dressing goes with several things, but I prefer it best with chicken and fish meals either as a dressing or a dipping sauce.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup lightly seasoned rice vinegar
• 1/4 tsp Real Wasabi powder, more to taste if you like
• 1/4 tsp. Cold Water [enough to make stiff paste with the wasabi powder]
• juice of 1 small lime
• 1 pinch sea salt

Method

Make Wasabi Paste by mixing Real Wasabi 100% Pure Wasabi Powder with cold water to make a stiff paste. Cover and set aside for 5 minutes.

Mix together other ingredients. Add Wasabi Powder and stir until all ingredients well mixed.

This dressing can be stored, covered, in a fridge for several days. Stir well before use.

#3 Creamy Wasabi Dip

Ingredients

• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 teaspoons Real Wasabi Powder 

Mix ingredients and serve with pita chips or put a dollop on sautéed vegetables.

#4 Creamy Wasabi Dressing

• ¼ cup rice vinegar
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon tahini
• 1 tablespoon miso
• 1 teaspoon Real Wasabi Powder
• 1 teaspoon Mirin

Mix ingredients in a small jar and shake