I love Wasabi anything! The chemical that produces the hotness: isothiocyanate, is also guilt free! Unlike the capsaicin found in hot peppers, this volatile compound breaks down in the gut, so it doesn't burn you twice! Here are some tips to enjoy Wasabi safely:
1): Only handle it with your non-dominant hand (not the hand that might be touching sensitive mucous membranes anytime in the next 24 hours).
2): While chewing, inhale through your nose and out through your mouth. This will prevent the excruciating sinus burn that can easily make one cry, and ruin the pleasure of eating Wasabi!
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