A Vegetable Famously Eaten Only In Korea: Perilla Leaves

What Is Perilla Leaves?

There are two types of sesame seeds: sesame seeds and perilla seeds. Perilla leaves are the leaves of perilla seeds. It has a distinctive flavor that is not found in other leafy vegetables.

What Are Perilla Leaves Good For?

They’re packed with nutrients like vitamin C, iron, and calcium, which help protect the body from damage and reduce inflammation. It also burns a lot of calories when digested, so it’s great for weight loss.

Perilla Leaves, How Do You Esually Eat Them?

1. With meat

People usually eat them with meat to maximize the aromatic flavor.

2. As a Kimchi

People also make kimchi with perilla leaves, which is a healthy way to enjoy!

3. As a Korean style pancake

Use perilla leaves, chopped onions, green and red peppers, scallions, tofu, minced garlic, and ground pork. Try it in Korean pancakes with pancake flour!

When We Eat K-BBQ, We Usually Eat Them With Perilla Leaves And Lettuce. What do you like better?

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