Japanese Parsley

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A leafy green plant that is native to Japan, China, and Korea and is used as an herb. It has a flavor that is similar to a combination of sorrel and celery. It is popular as an addition to salads and vegetable dishes and as a garnish for Japanese fish recipes. It may become slightly bitter if it is cooked too long. Japanese parsley is also known as mitsuba.

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