Shiso

Green shiso paste 50g

Green shiso paste 50g
Regular price 15,70 €
Regular price Sale price 15,70 €

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Description

Green shiso leaf, also known as Japanese basil, is often used as a garnish on dishes or in bento boxes, but discover its authentic flavor in this highly concentrated paste. This format allows it to retain its flavor and freshness, and you only need a small amount to achieve an intense flavor.

Flavor

Green shiso is a plant from the same family as mint that has a fresh flavor reminiscent of mint and coriander. This paste has a pleasant shiso flavor, a subtle salty flavor, and a fine texture, making it very pleasant on the palate.

Conservation

Store at room temperature. After opening, refrigerate and consume within one month.

Ingredients & Allergens

Green shiso (42%), olive oil (40%), salt (12%), garlic (6%)

Nutritional Values

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Origin Gifu, Japan
Container Glass jar
Usage Shiso pairs well with a wide variety of dishes, both Japanese and Western. Use this paste as a finishing seasoning for meat, fish, or sashimi, or as an accompaniment to cold tofu or oden, for example. Shiso paste can also be used as a tapenade or pesto on toast, or in pasta to give it a Japanese touch.
Yoshima Noen
The producer

Yoshima Noen

Located in Hida Takayama, in Gifu Prefecture, the Yoshima family farm has been cultivating and processing agricultural products for two decades. It adheres to traditional Japanese methods, such as natural fermentation techniques, based on lactic acid bacteria, without chemical additives. The majority of the ingredients used are sourced locally, and the farm ensures the production of fresh, flavorful food with the longest possible shelf life. Yoshima Farm combines tradition and innovation, while guaranteeing high quality and rigorous traceability of its products.