Glossary

Perilla Leaves

Perilla leaves (rau tia to) are large leaves, purple on one side and dark green on the other. The leaves are shredded and used in eggplant dishes and in rice paper rolls. Also called shiso leaf in Japanese cookery.

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Choosing Brussels sprouts

Choose the smallest Brussels sprouts available, with tight, firm heads. Avoid yellow leaves.

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Rosti or Roesti

A large Swiss potato cake made from layers of sliced or grated potatoes, fried until golden.

 
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