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How Long Does Wasabi Last?

How long does wasabi last? The shelf life of wasabi depends upon how the product was prepared, purchased and the best by date. Real wasabi comes from the root of a plant that is very expensive because it is delicate and hard to grow. It is only grown along riverbeds in Japan.

Most wasabi, a thick green paste most often seen accompanying sushi, is made from a mixture of mustard, horseradish and food coloring. Another form of the product is wasabi peas which are actually fried peas coated with wasabi powder and sugar.

So, how long does wasabi last? When properly stored, the shelf life is approximately...

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Wasabi Expiration Date

(Unopened)	Pantry	Fridge
	Past Printed Date	Past Printed Date
Wasabi Paste lasts for	12 Months	12 Months
Wasabi Powder lasts for	12 Months	12 Months
Wasabi Root lasts for	1-2 days	1 Month
Wasabi Peas last for	2-3 Weeks	--
(Opened)	Pantry	Fridge
Wasabi Paste lasts for	--	12 Months
Wasabi Powder lasts for	6 Months	6 Months
Wasabi Root lasts for	1 Day	1 Month
Wasabi Peas last for	1-2 Weeks	1-2 Weeks

Of course, all foods last for a shorter period of time if they are not stored properly.

How to tell if Wasabi is bad, rotten or spoiled?

Practicing proper hygiene and food safety techniques will help prevent foodborne illness.

Does wasabi go bad? If wasabi root has gone bad it will become soft and mushy, which is easier to see with fresh than in its other forms.

A common trait of wasabi paste going bad is a separation of liquid (you squeeze the tube and get a burst of liquid instead of paste). Whether it is roots, paste or powder - discard the product if there is a foul odor, change in appearance or as always if any mold is present.

The peas will loose their crunch when going bad and just become stale.

There are, of course, certain health risks associated with spoiled foods so always remember to practice food safety and enjoy your foods before their shelf life has expired!

How to store Wasabi to extend its shelf life?

Wasabi root should be stored in a moist paper towel in the refrigerator, rinsing the root with cold water again every few days. Wasabi paste and powder should be stored in a cool dark pantry until opened. Once open, wasabi paste should be stored in the fridge to extend its shelf life. Wasabi peas should remain in the pantry either with their bag re-sealed or transferred to an airtight container.

Some benefits of proper food storage include eating healthier, cutting food costs and helping the environment by avoiding waste.

How to use extra before your Wasabi goes bad?

Read our blog post on how to make sushi and then make some sushi. Then make a dip adding soy sauce and pickled ginger to your surplus product.

How long is Wasabi good for when prepared in a dish?

How long does wasabi last? That depends. How long does sushi last? In general, it lasts only as long as the quickest expiring ingredient in the recipe.

What are our shelf life resources?

In determining how long Wasabi lasts, our content incorporates research from multiple resources, including the United States Department of Agriculture and the United States Food & Drug Administration. In addition, we scoured the web for informative articles and reports related to food safety, food storage and the shelf life of Wasabi.

*An important note about expiration dates...

Although the Wasabi shelf life information on Eat By Date is generally reliable, please remember that individual cases will vary and that our advice should only be taken as an opinion and not a replacement for your health care professional. Please eat responsibly!