Emerald Wasabi Oven Roasted Peanuts
Posted on Saturday, February 13th, 2010
I love wasabi…with its tingle-your-throat flavorful vapors that burn the nose with random rushes of intensity. So, when I happened upon wasabi-flavored peanuts by Emerald, I was excited. However, the product falls flat. About every fifth nut, a taste bud teaser that reminds you of wasabi is detected, but nothing like the real thing. The overall coating is a bit of a waste if you ask me.
I bet Emerald does a smashing job with their BBQ and honey roasted flavored peanuts that I bypassed on the shelf, but as for the wasabi, I think the company was afraid to commit to the full strength of the green-colored condiment that sharply hits the senses with an almost fiery greeting.
In case you’re wondering what the heck wasabi is, I should mention that it is the Japanese version of horseradish – made from the root of an Asian plant. Used in both a paste and powder form (my favorite), this specialty is commonplace in Asian markets but has also found a place in tasty snacks and tangy dishes throughout the United States.
