Pungent condiment is a term used to describe a variety of flavorful and often spicy sauces and seasonings. PEPPER, Wasabi, CAPERS, and Mustard are all examples of pungent condiments. PEPPER is a spice made from the dried fruit of various plants in the Piperaceae family. Wasabi is a Japanese condiment made from the root of the Wasabia japonica plant. CAPERS are the pickled flower buds of the Capparis spinosa plant. Mustard is a condiment made from the seeds of various mustard plants.