Shiso 'Green'

Herb


Origin

East Asia.



Fun Fact

Shiso is considered one of Japan’s seven main flavorings, which have been in use in the nation’s cuisine for more than 300 years. 

Taste Profile

Shiso has strong citrus, cinnamon and anise flavours, along with grassy undertones.

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Use

Classic use example

In Japanese cuisine, Shiso leaves are used to wrap meat and fish cakes, as a container for wasabi or as a condiment.

In Vietnamese cuisine, Shiso is used in salads and soups as well as for cooking seafood.


Special use example

In Korea, Shiso is known as kkaenip and is used to make a type of kimchi.

Pairings

Sushi

Fish

Seafood

Salads

How to harvest

Instructions:

●Cut the plant above the first node (starting from the bottom).

(Harvesting style 1)

● Remove yellow and dead leaves.



Days until first harvest

Yield per Basket per Week

Storage