This Man's Cook Steamed Perilla Leaf Kimchi

Ingredients needed 🛒4 servings

• perilla leaves 150 sheets
• green onion 1 stalk
• onion 1/2 medium
• red pepper 2 pieces
• chili pepper 2 pieces
• soy sauce 1/2 cup (100ml)
• squid sauce 5 tablespoons (50g)
• cooking wine 5 tablespoons (50g)
• plum syrup 5 tablespoons (65g)
• corn syrup 7 tablespoons (91g)
• minced garlic 1 tablespoon (20g)
• red chili powder 1 small spoon (4g)
• sesame seeds 3 tablespoons
• sesame oil 1 tablespoon

Recipe 🍳

Cooking tips 💡

• Do not over-blanch the perilla leaves, as they will become mushy and lose their distinctive aroma. Remove them from hot water immediately after adding.
• Avoid squeezing out too much moisture, as this can crush or tear the leaves. Squeeze just enough to remove excess water while keeping a slight moist texture.
• For best flavor, let the kimchi rest in the refrigerator for about half a day after preparation to allow the seasonings to fully penetrate.