Zi Su Ye (Perilla frutescens) — Dried Perilla Leaf for Deodorizing & Culinary Use

Zi Su Ye (Perilla frutescens) is the dried leaf of a beloved food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Zǐ Sū Yè (紫苏叶). Also called Perilla Leaf, Zi Su Ye has been prized for centuries as a warming, qi-moving herb used to release the exterior, harmonize the Stomach, and ease the senses. Its nature is warm and pungent, making it a gentle yet effective herb for dispersing cold, refreshing the palate, and neutralizing strong odors in cooking.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional food herb for culinary and wellness use
• Dried Perilla frutescens leaf
• Natural deodorizing agent for fish and meat
• Suitable for tea, soup, and seasoning
• Clean, selected-grade quality

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its deep green color, delicate leaf texture, and bright, minty-herbal aroma. When brewed, the leaves release a warm, slightly pungent flavor with a refreshing finish; when added to cooking, they impart a distinctive fragrance that lifts and balances rich dishes.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Seasoning for fish and seafood to reduce odor
• Herbal tea blends
• Soup and congee ingredient
• Traditional culinary pairing with ginger and scallion
• Daily food-herb wellness tea

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Zi Su Ye is decocted into teas and soups to support the body during seasonal transitions. It is a classic companion to ginger and scallion in congee, and is often used in seafood dishes to neutralize fishy odors. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with mint and tangerine peel for a warming, aromatic infusion.

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