Wasabi Mustard Microgreens

Brassica juncea

About

True wasabi is notoriously difficult and slow to grow, which is why most wasabi served in restaurants is actually a substitute made from horseradish and mustard. Wasabi mustard microgreens lean into that same tradition, offering a genuinely wasabi like heat grown from a far more practical plant.

Flavor Profile & Texture

The flavor delivers real horseradish and wasabi style heat, sharp and sinus clearing in the way true wasabi is known for, though it fades quickly rather than lingering. Texturally, the leaves are tender and delicate, deceptively mild looking for how much heat they actually carry.

Nutritional Information

Nutrient Amount (Per 100g, Raw)

Calories ~27 kcal

Vitamin C ~ Good source

Vitamin K ~ Good source

Glucosinolates ~ Present

Approximate values, based on general USDA and published nutrient data for this or closely related species. Provided for general educational purposes only, not medical advice.

Keeping It Fresh

Store unwashed in a vented container in the refrigerator, and use within 4 to 6 days.

Culinary Uses

● Used as a bold garnish on sushi and sashimi in place of traditional wasabi

● Scattered over poke bowls

● Folded into a spicy slaw

● Layered onto a burger for heat

● Blended into a wasabi forward dressing

Complementary Meals

Breakfast: Scatter a small amount over a savory breakfast rice bowl for a genuine wake up call of heat.

Lunch: Use in place of traditional wasabi on a sushi lunch, or fold into a spicy slaw for a sandwich.

Dinner: Use as a garnish on seared tuna or a sushi dinner, where its heat plays the same role real wasabi would.

Drink Pairings

Wine: An off dry Riesling helps balance the heat this microgreen brings to a dish. Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery in Dahlonega, GA, produces a Riesling style wine suited to this pairing.

Beer: A crisp Japanese style lager offers a cooling contrast to the heat. Wild Heaven Beer, out of Avondale Estates, GA, is a good source for this style.

Spirits: A clean, citrus forward vodka works well alongside the heat. ASW Distillery's Bustletown Vodka, made in Atlanta, GA, is a fitting choice.

Non-Alcoholic: A ginger kombucha matches heat with heat in a way that works surprisingly well. Golda Kombucha in Atlanta, GA, makes a ginger variety suited to this pairing.