22, Aug 2024
Savory Braised Perilla Leaves





Savory Braised Perilla Leaves

How to Make Delicious Braised Perilla Leaves with the Perfect Seasoning

Savory Braised Perilla Leaves

These braised perilla leaves are incredibly delicious served atop a bowl of steaming white rice! Their wonderful aroma makes them a favorite for wraps, but when braised like this, they become a true ‘rice thief’ – a dish that makes you devour rice at an astonishing speed. Let’s make these flavorful braised perilla leaves today.

Recipe Info

  • Category : Side dish
  • Ingredient Category : Vegetables
  • Occasion : Everyday
  • Cooking : Braise
  • Servings : 4 servings
  • Cooking Time : Within 15 minutes
  • Difficulty : Anyone

Main Ingredients

  • Perilla leaves, about 1 bunch (approx. 30-40 leaves)
  • Chili peppers (like Cheongyang), 3
  • Scallions, 10cm length
  • Onion, 1/2

Cooking Instructions

Step 1

First, wash the perilla leaves thoroughly. Bring a pot of water to a boil, add 1 Tbsp of salt, and blanch the perilla leaves for about 15 minutes until tender. This process removes any raw smell and helps the leaves absorb the seasoning better.

Step 1

Step 2

Next, prepare the vegetables that will enhance the flavor of the braised perilla leaves. Finely chop the 3 chili peppers and the 10cm piece of scallion. Slice the 1/2 onion into thin strips as well.

Step 2

Step 3

Now, let’s make the delicious seasoning for the perilla leaves. In a bowl, combine 2 Tbsp minced garlic, 5 Tbsp gochugaru, 5 Tbsp soy sauce, 3 Tbsp soup soy sauce, 1 Tbsp oligosaccharide, 3 Tbsp perilla oil, 1 Tbsp sugar, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix everything well.

Step 3

Step 4

Stir the seasoning mixture until all ingredients are evenly incorporated. Taste and adjust the seasoning according to your preference. A helpful tip: since the flavor intensifies as it simmers, it’s best not to make the seasoning too salty from the start.

Step 4

Step 5

In a wide pot, place a layer of the blanched perilla leaves. Spoon a generous amount of the prepared seasoning over them. Continue layering the perilla leaves, ensuring each layer is well-coated with the seasoning. Finally, top with the prepared onions, chili peppers, and scallions, and pour 1/2 cup (100ml) of water around the edges.

Step 5

Step 6

Cover the pot with a lid and simmer over medium heat. Braise gently, checking occasionally to prevent sticking or burning, until the sauce has reduced and thickened nicely. This should take about 10-15 minutes.

Step 6

Step 7

Serve the beautifully braised perilla leaves over a bowl of warm rice. The aromatic leaves and the savory seasoning will create a dish so delicious, a bowl of rice will disappear in no time! We hope you enjoy making and eating these flavorful braised perilla leaves. Your dish is complete!

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