Tag Archives: shiso

Making perilla kimchi with Maangchi

Posted on September 20, 2026 by Burnt My Fingers

Our shiso plants started going to seed during a hot spell following a cool spell. While the seeds are developing, the leaves turn leathery and then brown and are no longer edible. We needed to rescue the viable leaves before … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Hotel Room Salt Salmon

Posted on June 15, 2026 by Burnt My Fingers

Hotel Room Salt Salmon (Shiozaki in Japanese) is an easy, elegant and potentially fatal entrée you can prepare anywhere you have access to a mini-fridge, packets of salt and sugar, and a microwave. Why fatal? Because you do need to … Continue reading →

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Time to plant the shiso!

Posted on June 14, 2024 by Burnt My Fingers

We have two nice pots of shiso which reseed themselves every year, but if you’re not so fortunate it’s (past) time to plant the shiso for a summer harvest. What is shiso you ask? According to this excellent Australian food … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Pickled Shiso (Perilla)

Posted on August 18, 2022 by Burnt My Fingers

Pickled shiso, aka perilla, is a popular component in an array of Korean banchan appetizers. You can get it jarred, or in the deli case of your Korean market, but it’s much better when made with fresh shiso from your … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Shiso Coleslaw

Posted on August 11, 2022 by Burnt My Fingers

Shiso Coleslaw, why not? The original recipe used Napa cabbage but it’s nicer to use red cabbage for the red/green contrast. The “beefsteak” notes of shiso work particularly well here but I think fresh mint or basil might work too. … Continue reading →

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Boquerones (white anchovies) with shisho

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Burnt My Fingers

I love shiso with sushi. These peppery, citrus-y leaves provide a tart counterpoint to the smooth texture, unctuous mouth feel and delicate briny flavor of uni or hamachi. Shiso is also called the “beefsteak plant” which might refer to its … Continue reading →

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