Savory and Sweet Seasoned Perilla Leaves
Savory and Sweet Seasoned Perilla Leaves
Your Best Rice Companion: Fresh Seasoned Perilla Leaves Recipe
Place a fragrant leaf of seasoned perilla on a bowl of warm, fluffy white rice, and you’ll find yourself salivating with every bite. This side dish is a true gem that makes mealtime exciting.
Main Ingredients- 30 fresh perilla leaves
Savory & Sweet Seasoning- 3 Tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 2 Tbsp anchovy sauce (myeolchi aekjeot)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp rice wine (mirin or cooking wine)
- 5 Tbsp water
- 1 Tbsp chopped scallions
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
- 3 Tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 2 Tbsp anchovy sauce (myeolchi aekjeot)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp rice wine (mirin or cooking wine)
- 5 Tbsp water
- 1 Tbsp chopped scallions
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, gently rinse the perilla leaves in cold water for about 5 minutes to ensure they are clean. After washing away any dirt or impurities, drain them thoroughly on a colander. This step ensures the seasoning adheres well and prevents sogginess.
Step 2
Now, let’s prepare the delicious seasoning. In a bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of red pepper flakes, 2 tablespoons of anchovy sauce, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of rice wine, and 5 tablespoons of water. Add 1 tablespoon of chopped scallions, 1/2 tablespoon of minced garlic, 1/2 tablespoon of sugar for a touch of sweetness, and finally, 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil for a nutty aroma, along with a pinch of toasted sesame seeds. Whisk everything together with a spoon until well combined to create a flavorful seasoning paste.
Step 3
Lay out the perilla leaves and stack them in sets of three. Using a spoon or a brush, carefully spread an even layer of the prepared seasoning paste between each leaf. Ensuring the seasoning covers the entire surface of the leaves is key to achieving the best flavor and aroma.
