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The latest 'Flavor of the Week' information and uses of new flavors that are trending in restaurants with data from Datassential
June 22, 2020
Shiso, also called perilla, is part of the mint family, but it has a distinct spiciness and pungency. It is a common ingredient in Japanese food and also is used in Korean cuisine. It comes in stronger-flavored green and milder purple varieties.
Shiso is beginning to gain traction on U.S. menus, particularly in one of its traditional roles as a sushi accompaniment, but also in cocktails and as a flavoring for a variety of proteins.
Found mostly in fine-dining restaurants and ethnic independents, this Flavor of the Week is considered a premium ingredient and a favorite among Asian consumers, according to market research firm Datassential.
Click through this month’s slideshow for more information about shiso, and two menu ideas.
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