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just as horse-radish does. There is said to be a difference between 

 the wasabi which is grown directly in the running water and that 

 cultivated in wet locations in the mountains, the former having a 

 oreener color. Hoots that are grown in the mountains have a liner 

 flavor than those which are cultivated on the plains, it is said. 



The roots are generally grated and served as horse-radish is served 

 in America, but the}' are sometimes pickled with sake vinegar, the 

 residue from the rice wine of the country, or are used to give a snap 

 to certain kinds of confectionery. The fresh leaves are also employed 

 in the manufacture of a pepper sauce by putting them in a bottle, 

 pouring hot water over them, and allowing them to stand for several 

 hours. 



A vegetable which has become to the Japanese what horse-radish 

 is to the Occidentals can hardly fail to attract the attention of those 

 Americans who are seeking new and appetizing relishes. 



