Herbs · Fresh

Vietnamese perilla

Also called tía tô, purple perilla

Perilla leaves, green on top and purple underneath, with a spicy, minty-anise aroma; for Vietnamese herb plates, rolls and fish dishes.

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What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodPerilla leaves

    Larger and nuttier, no purple colour.

  • T2 · GoodRed shiso

    Very close; slightly different aroma.

  • T3 · In a pinchMint

    Cooler; missing the spicy perilla notes.

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