Enjoy the delicious aroma! A treasure trove of Omega-3! Ohsawa Roasted Perilla Seeds (Made in Japan) 100g [Additive-Free]

We carefully roast domestically grown perilla seeds, which are highly nutritious and have a distinctive aroma and rich flavor.

This is a great product that can be easily incorporated into your daily meals and is perfect for health-conscious people.

It is rich in alpha-linolenic acid and can easily replenish omega-3 fatty acids, which are often lacking in modern people.

The roasting process brings out a fragrant aroma and the crunchy texture adds an accent to any dish, and simply sprinkling it on salads, boiled greens, or rice will make your daily meals more delicious and nutritious.

Product Features and Key Points

Commitment to domestically grown perilla seeds

Only domestically grown perilla seeds carefully selected by Oshawa Japan are used.

Perilla seeds are grown without the use of chemical fertilizers or pesticides, making them not only safe and secure, but also exceptional in flavor.

In order to make the most of the quality of the ingredients themselves, we do not add anything extra and simply roast the beans.

High nutritional value

Perilla is known as a food rich in alpha-linolenic acid, a type of omega-3 fatty acid.

The great appeal of this product is that it allows you to easily consume this nutrient, which is often lacking in modern diets, every day.

It also contains dietary fiber and minerals that help maintain good health.

Fragrant roasted finish

By carefully roasting the perilla seeds, their natural aroma and rich flavor are brought out.

It's delicious to eat as is, and adding it to dishes adds a deep flavor.

You can also enjoy the crunchy texture of roasted perilla seeds.

Extremely easy to use

It can be sprinkled on rice as is, used as a topping on salads, boiled greens, soups, and yogurt, or mashed and mixed into dressings and sauces - the uses are endless.

The appeal is that it can be easily incorporated into your daily diet.

What is perilla? - A traditional Japanese food ingredient

Perilla is an annual plant of the mint family, and is a traditional crop that has been cultivated in Japan since the Jomon period.

It has been popular since ancient times, so much so that there is a saying that if you eat it for ten years, you will live ten years longer.

Seeds have been discovered in Jomon period ruins, and they were used as oil for lighting during the Heian period.

It was widely used as cooking oil during the Edo period.

In recent years, it has been rediscovered as a healthy food ingredient.

The difference between perilla and sesame

Although their names are similar, perilla and sesame are completely different plants.

Perilla is a plant of the mint family, and its leaves resemble those of perilla and are rich in omega-3 fatty acids (alpha-linolenic acid).

On the other hand, sesame is a plant of the Pedaliaceae family, and its main component is omega-6 fatty acid (linoleic acid), and it is rich in sesamin.

Both are nutritious foods, but they have different nutritional properties.

About Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids that cannot be produced by the body and must be obtained from the diet.

In modern diets, it is said that we tend to consume sufficient omega-6 fatty acids, but not enough omega-3 fatty acids.

Perilla is rich in alpha-linolenic acid, a type of omega-3 fatty acid.

For those who don't eat much fish, or for vegetarians and vegans, perilla is a plant-based source of omega-3.

By incorporating 1 to 2 teaspoons (approximately 5 to 10g) into your daily meals, you can easily replenish your nutrients.

Frequently asked questions

How much should I eat?

The recommended daily intake is 1-2 teaspoons (approximately 5-10g). By continuing to take it every day, you can efficiently absorb nutrients.

Please tell me how to save it.

After opening, avoid moisture and store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Storing in the refrigerator is also recommended. To maintain its flavor, consume as soon as possible after opening.

Can I grind it up and use it?

Yes, by finely grinding it in a mortar and pestle or mill, it will become more fragrant and can be used in dressings, sauces, and pastes.

Is it safe for children to eat?

Of course! It's additive-free and made with safe ingredients from Japan, so it's safe for children to eat. However, when giving it to your child for the first time, start with a small amount and observe their reaction. Please be careful not to let small children choke on it.

Are you concerned about allergies?

Perilla is a plant of the mint family. Please be careful if you have a perilla allergy. Also, if you are consuming perilla for the first time, please start with a small amount. If it does not suit your constitution, please discontinue consumption.

Is it okay to heat it?

Omega-3 fatty acids are sensitive to heat, so it is recommended to use them as a finishing topping rather than in cooked foods.

How to eat and examples of variations

Sprinkle as is

Simply sprinkle it on freshly cooked rice or rice balls to spread a fragrant flavor.

It's also a great addition to your lunch box.

Perfect for salads and boiled vegetables

Simply sprinkle it on top of a vegetable salad or boiled greens to increase the nutritional value and add a nice texture.

For soup and miso soup

Adding a pinch at the end will add a fragrant and rich flavor, elevating your usual soup to a new level.

In yogurt or smoothies

Add it to your breakfast yogurt or smoothie for an easy way to replenish your omega-3 fatty acids.

Mash it and use it in dressings and sauces

Finely grind it in a mortar and pestle, then mix it with soy sauce, vinegar, and olive oil to create your own original perilla dressing.

Perfect for dressings and salads.

About the distributor "Ohsawa Japan" - a pioneer of macrobiotics

Osawa Japan is a leading Japanese natural food manufacturer that has been promoting macrobiotics (dietary therapy) since its founding in 1945.

The founder was Yukikazu Sakurazawa (1893-1966), a world-renowned advocate of macrobiotics.

Based on the philosophy that "food can change the mind and body," we continue to pass on traditional Japanese food culture, centered on grain-based vegetarian diets, to the modern day.

Osawa Japan only sells products that meet two strict standards: "natural food quality standards" and "macrobiotic quality standards."

Their strict commitment to prioritizing organic farming, no food additives, no genetically modified crops, domestically produced produce, no animal ingredients, no refined sugar, and traditional manufacturing methods has earned them high praise from macrobiotic practitioners around the world.

"Osawa's Roasted Domestic Perilla Seeds" is made using domestic ingredients carefully selected by Osawa Japan, and is finished with simple roasting, making it a masterpiece that makes the most of the ingredients' original flavor.