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Most wasabi outside Japan is actually horseradish.

Why it is true

Real wasabi is extremely difficult and expensive to cultivate. It loses its flavor within 15 minutes, so most restaurants use a mix of horseradish, mustard, and green dye.

Source: Food Industry

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