What are perilla leaves?

Perilla leaves are the edible leaves of Perilla frutescens, an herb in the mint family used in Korean, Japanese, and Vietnamese cooking. They taste minty and slightly anise-like.

Where can I buy perilla leaves near me?

Weee! carries fresh Perilla Leaf, Purple Perilla, Green Shiso (Ohba) Leaves, and seasoned perilla leaves from Sajo Daerim and Jongga. Weee! delivers Asian and Hispanic groceries to your door in many U.S. areas; enter your ZIP code at weee.com to see availability and delivery options.

What do perilla leaves taste like?

Perilla leaves taste fresh and herbal, with notes of mint, basil, and anise. Korean kkaennip is earthier with a stronger anise note, while Japanese green shiso is brighter, with a minty-citrus flavor.

How do you eat perilla leaves?

Perilla leaves are used fresh to wrap grilled pork or beef with rice and ssamjang, dipped in batter for pancakes or tempura, shredded into salads, or eaten as soy-seasoned kkaennip banchan.

Are perilla leaves the same as shiso?

They come from the same species, Perilla frutescens, but are different varieties. Korean perilla leaves (kkaennip) are broader with an earthy, anise-like taste, while Japanese shiso (ohba) is smaller with jagged edges and a sharper minty-citrus flavor.

How do you store fresh perilla leaves?

Wrap perilla leaves in a damp paper towel, place them in a container or bag, and refrigerate. Use them within a few days for the best flavor.

What is the difference between green and purple perilla?

Green perilla is used mostly for wraps and fresh dishes, while purple perilla is used for color and flavor in pickles and drinks. Weee! carries Green Shiso (Ohba) Leaves and Purple Perilla.

What are seasoned perilla leaves?

Seasoned perilla leaves are leaves marinated in a soy sauce, chili, and garlic mixture to make a Korean side dish eaten with rice. Weee! carries Sajo Daerim and Jongga Seasoned Perilla Leaves.

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Top 5 products for Perilla Leaves

#1

Perilla Leaf 1 each

Perilla Leaf is the fresh Korean kkaennip herb with a minty, anise-like taste. Use it to wrap grilled meat, tuck into pancakes, or slice into salads and noodles.

$2.24 - $3.29

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Jihyun Park
It was delivered fresh and in good condition.
Adri
Last several orders, most of them were wilted, with black spots. But it was finally fresh this time, very small leaves, but small is better than rotten I guess.
이혜원
The aroma of the perilla leaves is so good~ It's just perfect to grill some pork belly and wrap it in them~~!^^
미나
It's fresh and clean!
bluejjin81
I mostly buy perilla leaves here.
bluejjin81
It's fresh and delicious.
HJ
I like that I can buy things here anytime I'm in a hurry.
weee.10899382
There is more perilla leaves than before.
StellaPark
I'm so glad I can eat perilla leaves in the U.S.
Yunseo
The quantity is small, but I always keep it on hand.

#2

Purple Perilla

Purple Perilla has deep purple leaves with an herbal, anise-mint flavor. Use it in pickles, drinks, and salads where you want color.

$1.34 - $2.29

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Mimi
good quality, very fresh
weee.10037065
Fresh and delicious vegetables
weee.15283302
Fast delivery, satisfied, will buy again.
huang.yinghui68
The perilla leaves were very fresh and tender.
Phantrang.thuy2014
I am happy with this buy - all fresh leaves
hongyen1020@gmail.com
Perilla leaves are OK.
weee.18409183
The bo is very big and fresh.
ryothichicago
I haven't eaten it yet, but I hope it's delicious I really enjoy buying things on Wee
weee.14246395
Fresh but a little small
Veronica
It smells so good! No need to buy the Korean or Japanese kind (the Korean ones are bland, and the Japanese ones are expensive but I've never tried them). This perilla is the most fragrant.

#3

Green Shiso (Ohba) Leaves 10 bunch

Green Shiso (Ohba) Leaves are the Japanese shiso variety of perilla, smaller with a bright, minty-citrus flavor. Serve them under sashimi, fry them in tempura, or shred them over rice and noodles.

$10.79 - $14.99

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hokkairo
There's a huge amount in there! And it's super fresh. This is the first time in my life I've gotten such a large quantity of shiso leaves all at once. So happy!
miwainnv
It's in great condition, and I'm looking forward to using it.
weee.15654526
Seems to be in good condition
Kitty
I bought this for making hand-rolled sushi. I'll pickle the rest in soy sauce. It contains lots of fresh, beautiful shiso leaves.
Naonao
It's always been beautiful, but today the color was really bad, which was disappointing.
takuyuri
I had been storing (frozen) overflow for a long time, but it finally ran out, so I bought some more.
Sunflower
I usually eat it with sashimi, but this time I put it inside a salmon onigirazu (rice ball sandwich). The shiso leaf flavor was a nice accent and it was delicious.
阿白
It's excellent! It has the same aroma as the ones I had in the restaurant. It's better than the Korean-style perilla. The Korean-style perilla has almost no flavor; it tastes like ordinary herbs.
weee.18087038
This is my third purchase. I feel like the leaves were glossier the first time I bought it.
TT
Some of the shiso leaves were slightly damaged, but they're essential for summer cooking, so I'm grateful to be able to buy a large quantity at a low price.

#4

Sajo Daerim Seasoned Perilla Leaves 150 g

Sajo Daerim Seasoned Perilla Leaves are a ready-to-eat Korean side dish of leaves in a savory soy-based seasoning. Serve them with rice or wrap them around a spoonful of warm rice.

$3.14 - $4.79

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Mrs.potato
The portion is larger than I expected, and it isn't very salty.
Young
I usually just buy perilla leaves. This time, I'm getting the seasoned ones.
Esther
Always my go to side dish !
bluejjin81
It's too thick, so it doesn't taste good.
JustDoIt
The portion is just right for my family, who only eat tiny bits of side dishes. The perilla leaves are huge, haha. The seasoning was decent, so we enjoyed it.
Julie
This perilla leaves were way too tough and hard to chew and swallow. This was the worst perilla leaves pickling I’ve ever eaten! I will never buy this again. I am throwing away this today. I just opened and tasted one and never again!!!!
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Esther
It’s okay. It was sort of bland for me. Added more soy sauce to it and tasted way better
Sooyshin
I was in a hurry, so I already opened and tasted it, and it's delicious.
21ejinh
This is my first purchase. I bought these because I really wanted to eat perilla leaves.

#5

Jongga Seasoned Perilla Leaves 200 g

Jongga Seasoned Perilla Leaves (200 g) are leaves marinated in a Korean soy-garlic seasoning. A convenient banchan for rice bowls, lunch boxes, and kimbap fillings.

$8.99 - $10.99

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카이지(박시양)
It's delicious. It's a real rice thief. Please restock soon.
stand
It is sweet and spicy. I devoured two bowls of rice in no time. However, the portion is too small, so it is only enough for a middle schooler to eat for one meal.
elimshinmh
It tastes good, but the sweetness seems a bit too strong. I bought it because it's easier than making it at home.
miss.monicakim
Best packaged perilla leaf banchan! Will definitely keep reordering!
Lily
Very tasty and delicious with white rice.
EunyoungKang
The seasoning was great. I would repurchase.
Momo
I love this brand first time trying perilla leaves and there really good will buy them again
Joy
Oh, it's so delicious. I think I'll keep ordering this pickled perilla leaf dish.
Ciel
It's very seasoned and sweet. The perilla leaves themselves are delicious. I think it's good if you like a spicy flavor.
K.......
I bought it because the reviews were good. I hope it tastes as good as the reviews say.

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Frequently asked questions

What are perilla leaves?
Perilla leaves are the edible leaves of Perilla frutescens, an herb in the mint family used in Korean, Japanese, and Vietnamese cooking. They taste minty and slightly anise-like.
What do perilla leaves taste like?
Perilla leaves taste fresh and herbal, with notes of mint, basil, and anise. Korean kkaennip is earthier with a stronger anise note, while Japanese green shiso is brighter, with a minty-citrus flavor.
Are perilla leaves the same as shiso?
They come from the same species, Perilla frutescens, but are different varieties. Korean perilla leaves (kkaennip) are broader with an earthy, anise-like taste, while Japanese shiso (ohba) is smaller with jagged edges and a sharper minty-citrus flavor.
What is the difference between green and purple perilla?
Green perilla is used mostly for wraps and fresh dishes, while purple perilla is used for color and flavor in pickles and drinks. Weee! carries Green Shiso (Ohba) Leaves and Purple Perilla.

Where can I buy perilla leaves near me?
Weee! carries fresh Perilla Leaf, Purple Perilla, Green Shiso (Ohba) Leaves, and seasoned perilla leaves from Sajo Daerim and Jongga. Weee! delivers Asian and Hispanic groceries to your door in many U.S. areas; enter your ZIP code at weee.com to see availability and delivery options.
How do you eat perilla leaves?
Perilla leaves are used fresh to wrap grilled pork or beef with rice and ssamjang, dipped in batter for pancakes or tempura, shredded into salads, or eaten as soy-seasoned kkaennip banchan.
How do you store fresh perilla leaves?
Wrap perilla leaves in a damp paper towel, place them in a container or bag, and refrigerate. Use them within a few days for the best flavor.
What are seasoned perilla leaves?
Seasoned perilla leaves are leaves marinated in a soy sauce, chili, and garlic mixture to make a Korean side dish eaten with rice. Weee! carries Sajo Daerim and Jongga Seasoned Perilla Leaves.

Jihyun Park
It was delivered fresh and in good condition.
Adri
Last several orders, most of them were wilted, with black spots. But it was finally fresh this time, very small leaves, but small is better than rotten I guess.
이혜원
The aroma of the perilla leaves is so good~ It's just perfect to grill some pork belly and wrap it in them~~!^^
미나
It's fresh and clean!
bluejjin81
I mostly buy perilla leaves here.
bluejjin81
It's fresh and delicious.
HJ
I like that I can buy things here anytime I'm in a hurry.
weee.10899382
There is more perilla leaves than before.
StellaPark
I'm so glad I can eat perilla leaves in the U.S.
Yunseo
The quantity is small, but I always keep it on hand.
Mimi
good quality, very fresh
weee.10037065
Fresh and delicious vegetables
weee.15283302
Fast delivery, satisfied, will buy again.
huang.yinghui68
The perilla leaves were very fresh and tender.
Phantrang.thuy2014
I am happy with this buy - all fresh leaves
hongyen1020@gmail.com
Perilla leaves are OK.
weee.18409183
The bo is very big and fresh.
ryothichicago
I haven't eaten it yet, but I hope it's delicious I really enjoy buying things on Wee
weee.14246395
Fresh but a little small
Veronica
It smells so good! No need to buy the Korean or Japanese kind (the Korean ones are bland, and the Japanese ones are expensive but I've never tried them). This perilla is the most fragrant.
hokkairo
There's a huge amount in there! And it's super fresh. This is the first time in my life I've gotten such a large quantity of shiso leaves all at once. So happy!
miwainnv
It's in great condition, and I'm looking forward to using it.
weee.15654526
Seems to be in good condition
Kitty
I bought this for making hand-rolled sushi. I'll pickle the rest in soy sauce. It contains lots of fresh, beautiful shiso leaves.
Naonao
It's always been beautiful, but today the color was really bad, which was disappointing.
takuyuri
I had been storing (frozen) overflow for a long time, but it finally ran out, so I bought some more.
Sunflower
I usually eat it with sashimi, but this time I put it inside a salmon onigirazu (rice ball sandwich). The shiso leaf flavor was a nice accent and it was delicious.
阿白
It's excellent! It has the same aroma as the ones I had in the restaurant. It's better than the Korean-style perilla. The Korean-style perilla has almost no flavor; it tastes like ordinary herbs.
weee.18087038
This is my third purchase. I feel like the leaves were glossier the first time I bought it.
TT
Some of the shiso leaves were slightly damaged, but they're essential for summer cooking, so I'm grateful to be able to buy a large quantity at a low price.
Mrs.potato
The portion is larger than I expected, and it isn't very salty.
Young
I usually just buy perilla leaves. This time, I'm getting the seasoned ones.
Esther
Always my go to side dish !
bluejjin81
It's too thick, so it doesn't taste good.
JustDoIt
The portion is just right for my family, who only eat tiny bits of side dishes. The perilla leaves are huge, haha. The seasoning was decent, so we enjoyed it.
Julie
This perilla leaves were way too tough and hard to chew and swallow. This was the worst perilla leaves pickling I’ve ever eaten! I will never buy this again. I am throwing away this today. I just opened and tasted one and never again!!!!
Let's
Like like like
Esther
It’s okay. It was sort of bland for me. Added more soy sauce to it and tasted way better
Sooyshin
I was in a hurry, so I already opened and tasted it, and it's delicious.
21ejinh
This is my first purchase. I bought these because I really wanted to eat perilla leaves.
카이지(박시양)
It's delicious. It's a real rice thief. Please restock soon.
stand
It is sweet and spicy. I devoured two bowls of rice in no time. However, the portion is too small, so it is only enough for a middle schooler to eat for one meal.
elimshinmh
It tastes good, but the sweetness seems a bit too strong. I bought it because it's easier than making it at home.
miss.monicakim
Best packaged perilla leaf banchan! Will definitely keep reordering!
Lily
Very tasty and delicious with white rice.
EunyoungKang
The seasoning was great. I would repurchase.
Momo
I love this brand first time trying perilla leaves and there really good will buy them again
Joy
Oh, it's so delicious. I think I'll keep ordering this pickled perilla leaf dish.
Ciel
It's very seasoned and sweet. The perilla leaves themselves are delicious. I think it's good if you like a spicy flavor.
K.......
I bought it because the reviews were good. I hope it tastes as good as the reviews say.