Red Perilla or Shiso is a traditional Japanese herb that tasted like a mix of cinnamon, coriander, and citrus. It also can be grows as sprouts or microgreens. The bushy plant produces aromatic red frilled leaves. Great in salads, juices, pickling, Sushi, and more. 

Leaves can be used in Japanese recipes such as: Umeboshi, pickled plum, and Akajiso juice. 
 

This plant has many names: Japanese Basil, Beefsteak Plant, Zi Su, Red Soviet Union, Purple Basil or Red Mint

 

scientific name: 

Perilla frutescens