Fresh Wasabi Leaves | Salads, Plating or Wraps | Crisp and Peppery
- Description
Fresh Wasabi Leaves offer yet another way to enjoy authentic Wasabia japonica. They can be eaten fresh, pickled, sauteed or cooked and provide a unique peppery taste to your favorite dishes. You can also you them as a wrap instead of flour or corn-based tortillas or breads. Also you might want to consider adding them to your serving plates to showcase your culinary masterpiece.
The seasonal nature of wasabi leaves means they have limited availability and can only be ordered from April to October. Fresh Wasabi leaves can be used whole or finely chopped. Adding them to salads, pickles or stir-fries will introduce a subtle wasabi flavor that enhances the overall dish. Experiment with using wasabi leaves with vegetables, fruits, meats and fish.
To maintain freshness, wrap the wasabi leaves in a slightly damp cloth or paper towel and store in the refrigerator.
Order and enjoy. Fresh Wasabi Leaves are available in 1/8 lb., 1/4 lb., 1/2 lb., 1 lb., 2 lb
packages.
For further reading and ideas for recipes using wasabi leaves, please our articles and this reference from Wikipedia
Pickled Wasabi Leaves and Stems
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