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Ginger Spice

Ginger is a stem, not a root. elaborate

Wasabi Spice

Real wasabi is incredibly expensive, and much of what's sold as "wasabi" is actually a horseradish-based imitation. elaborate

Chili Pepper Spice

Chili peppers are technically fruits, not vegetables. elaborate

Horseradish Spice

Horseradish isn't actually a root; it's a taproot. elaborate

Galangal Spice

Galangal, a rhizome similar to ginger, is used in some Southeast Asian cultures to ward off evil spirits. elaborate

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