Vegetables
Shiso
シソ しそ shiso
Also known asshiso
At its best in Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
When it is at its best
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
In seasonAvailable
How to cook
As a garnish
Chopped over sashimi or noodles.
Tempura
Battered on one side only, then fried.
Wrapped in shiso and pan-fried
Wrapped around meat or fish and grilled.
Juice
Red shiso simmered into a cordial.
How to choose
Bright green leaves with a strong aroma, free of bruises and dark spots.
Storage
Stand the stems in water and refrigerate, or wrap in damp paper and seal.
Main areas
Good to know
Green shiso is used as a garnish, red shiso for pickled plums and cordials. They are varieties of the same plant.
