Sung Anh's Perilla Leaf Cold Pasta

A light and refreshing diet-friendly cold pasta using a fresh perilla leaf pesto base instead of cream, perfect for summer

Ingredients needed 1 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • Slice the onion very thinly and sauté over low heat until translucent—this ensures sweetness blends smoothly without overpowering.
  • Avoid overcooking shrimp on high heat, as they become tough; turning off the heat when the surface is just cooked and finishing with residual heat preserves their bouncy texture.
  • Due to the cold pasta nature, the noodles tend to harden quickly—using thinner noodles like capellini, thin spaghetti, or buckwheat noodles helps the sauce adhere better and improves eating experience.
  • Letting the pesto sit for a short while after blending allows the raw garlic bite to mellow and enhances the overall fragrance.

Recommended for

  • Those seeking a refreshing, cooling noodle dish to stimulate appetite in summer.
  • People who want a light, healthy diet pasta without calorie guilt.
  • Anyone wanting to fully enjoy the subtle, complex herbal aroma of perilla leaves.

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