perilla

[ puh-ril-uh ]

noun

1. any of several aromatic Asian plants belonging to the genus Perilla, of the mint family, especially P. frutescens, which has become naturalized in the eastern U.S. and from which perilla oil is obtained.

Word History and Origins

Origin of perilla¹

< New Latin (Linnaeus), of uncertain origin

Example Sentences

But no matter the order, Lee Hae-yeon, the owner, serves small side dishes of kimchi, tofu, boiled bean sprouts and marinated perilla leaves.

From New York Times

Para usarlo giré una perilla al costado del visor con el fin de ajustarlo a la medida de mi rostro y aseguré una tira de velcro sobre mi cabeza.

From New York Times

I always add a side of greens — crunchy romaine and herby perilla leaves — and make little lettuce wraps.

From Seattle Times

It will also feature a yellow squash soup and cured strawberries with perilla leaf oil.

From Washington Times

This kimbap is stuffed with luxe ingredients: pork belly with perilla leaf, asparagus and pickled radish; shrimp tempura with sweet honey and spicy mayo; steak and Swiss cheese with asparagus.

From Seattle Times