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Shiso

Perilla frutescens Allergen-Free
Shiso

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Lamiaceae (Mint family)
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian (Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese)
  • Seasonality Summer-Fall
  • Source Perilla plant leaves

¿Qué es Shiso?

An aromatic herb from the mint family, widely used in East Asian cuisine, known for its unique vibrant flavor.

¿A qué sabe Shiso?

Shiso tiene un sabor bright, minty, cumin, basil, anise, slightly peppery con aromas complex, herbal, minty, citrusy, hint of anise.

Taste
Bright, Minty, Cumin, Basil, Anise, Slightly peppery
Texture
Tender, Slightly crisp
Aroma
Complex, Herbal, Minty, Citrusy, Hint of anise
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Información Nutricional

Per 5 g (small bunch)
Calories40 kcal
Total Fat0.6 g
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein3.7 g
Total Carbohydrate7.7 g
Dietary Fiber7 g
Total Sugars0.1 g
Calcium230 mg
Iron3.2 mg
Potassium500 mg

El Secreto del Chef

To preserve freshness, wrap shiso leaves in a damp paper towel and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator; they are delicate.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Shiso

El mejor sustituto para Shiso es Japanese Basil (specifically for fresh use), usado en una proporción de 1:1. Closest flavor profile for fresh applications like sushi.

Sustitutos para Shiso con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Japanese Basil (specifically for fresh use) Mejor 1:1 Closest flavor profile for fresh applications like sushi.
Mint Leaves 1:1 Provides a fresh, cooling, aromatic quality, but lacks the peppery notes.
Thai Basil 1:1 Offers anise-like and spicy notes, good for cooked dishes.
Perilla Oil (processed) As needed For flavor in dressings or finishing, not for fresh garnish.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Shiso

  1. Look for vibrant, unblemished leaves.
  2. Red shiso is used for coloring and pickling, green shiso for fresh consumption.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Shiso?

  • Sushi
  • sashimi
  • tempura
  • grilled meats
  • salads
  • pickles
  • soups
  • stir-fries
  • noodle dishes.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Shiso?

Bright, Minty, Cumin, Basil, Anise, Slightly peppery Complex, Herbal, Minty, Citrusy, Hint of anise

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Shiso?

El mejor sustituto es Japanese Basil (specifically for fresh use) (1:1). Closest flavor profile for fresh applications like sushi.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Shiso?

Look for vibrant, unblemished leaves. Red shiso is used for coloring and pickling, green shiso for fresh consumption.

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