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Shiso

 
Shiso
shiso leaves
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Other Names:Perilla (Perilla frutescens), oba

What is Shiso?

Shiso, also known as Perilla and Ooba leaves is an ornamental leaf is in the mint family. Shiso provides the background for many sushi dishes and pairs well with wasabi and shoyu.  You can find both purple or green leaves.

This spicy herb has a scent reminiscent of cinnamon and cloves. Popular in Japan, where it is used fresh or pickled, along with fish, rice, vegetables and soups. In Vietnam and Korea, the leaves flavor noodle soups and spring rolls. The purple variety is provides ornamental foliage with iridescent shades. 

Substitute for Shiso

If you can't find shiso you can substitute mint
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Favorite Shiso Recipes

  • Grilled Spicy Chicken Breast
    Chicken breasts are marinated then grilled and served with a romaine salad with a lemon grass vinaigrette, a Curried Noodle Salad and Carrot-Peanut Wontons.

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