Kim Dae-seok's Perilla Leaf Stems Stir-Fry

Recipe 🍳

Cooking tips 💡

• Do not add too many perilla leaf stems at once, as this can cause them to darken; blanch in small batches for a cleaner color.
• If onion syrup is unavailable, mix 1/4 small finely sliced onion with 1 teaspoon plum syrup and let it sit for 30 minutes as a substitute.
• Sesame oil has a low smoke point—do not add it at the beginning; instead, mix it in after turning off the heat, using residual heat to preserve its fragrance.
• For the purest perilla flavor, avoid adding crushed sesame seeds.

Recommended for 🙋

• ⭐Those who want to serve a fragrant, tender seasonal side dish at the table.
• ⭐People seeking a clean, deep umami flavor in their greens stir-fry instead of the greasy richness of perilla seed powder.
• ⭐Anyone curious about how to cook perilla leaf stems with a tender, non-chewy texture.