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Perilla leaf
Perilla yaprağı
Homeland
East Asia (China, Korea and Japan)
Season
Summer
Nutrition values
Per 100 g, raw
| Energy | — kcal |
| Carbohydrate | — g |
| of which sugars | — g |
| Fiber | — g |
| Protein | — g |
| Fat | — g |
Did you know?
A broad, serrated leaf used in Korean cooking to wrap grilled meat; in Japan the purple form colours pickles. It belongs to the mint and basil family, tasting somewhere between anise and cumin.
Consumption tip
Even natural produce may carry pesticide residues. Wash fruits and vegetables under plenty of running water and discard the outer leaves of leafy greens. A short soak in vinegar water can also help reduce residues. Where possible, prefer certified organic or good-agricultural-practice products.