Britton Perilla Seeds
Britton Perilla, also known as
Perilla frutescens, Tia To, Perilla, Shiso, Beefsteak Plant, , is native to northern India, northern Vietnam, eastern China, and Korea to southern Japan.
The leaves of
Britton Perilla are used as food in Japan and Korea. The seeds of
Britton Perilla are used to make edible oil in Korea. Sometimes, the seeds of
Britton Perilla are ground and added to soup for seasoning in Korea. It is used in traditional Chinese medicine practices and are still used to cover cookies in rural areas of Korea.
Britton Perilla is commonly used for seasoning pickles or as garnish for raw fish dishes.
For centuries in Japan,
Britton Perilla was also a source of oil for oil lamps.
The
Britton Perilla plant is bigger and more robust than the other Perilla plants.
Britton Perilla has the same nutmeg basil-like taste and scent and can be used as a colorful garnish, added to salads, and
Britton Perilla is also used in sushi and nori rolls.
