Quick Steamed Perilla Leaves (kkaennip jjim)

This steamed perilla leaves are seasoned with Korean soy sauce and chili flakes, then cooked in a microwave. It makes a quick side dish.

Cuisine Korean

Diet Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Lactose

Keyword banchan, kkaennip, korean side dish, perilla leaves, steamed perilla leaves

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 2

Total Time 22

Servings

Calories 22

In a small mixing bowl, mix garlic, say sauce, anchovy sauce (or Korean soy sauce for soup), chili flakes, sugar and 1 tablespoon water.
In a microwave safe pan or bowl, place 1 layer of perilla leaves. Spread 1 teaspoonful of the seasoning mixture on each leaf. Layer 2-3 more leaves on top and repeat. You don't need to spread the seasoning on every leaf. Add some dried anchovies in the middle of layers if you wish to add more flavor.
When spreading is over, add 1/4 cup of water to the mixing bowl, wash out the remaining seasoning and pour it over the leaves.
Cover the pan with microwave-safe plastic wrap and cook in the microwave for 60-90 seconds on high.
Remove the wrap and serve hot or at room temperature with rice. Store the remaining leaves in an airtight container in the fridge. It should last for 2 weeks in the fridge.