Description
Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) is an herb that offers a bit of the best of both worlds: the leaves have a fresh, citrusy flavor, while the seeds provide a warm, nutty touch. Coriander originally grows in Southern Europe, North Africa and Southwest Asia, but thrives in a variety of climates, from India and the Middle East to South America and even close to home in Europe.
Not everyone is a fan of cilantro! Due to a genetic trait, some people experience the taste as ‘soapy’. Fortunately, this only applies to a small percentage of people; for the rest, cilantro is a true taste sensation that gives every dish that little bit extra.
Health Benefits of Coriander Bio
(This summary was prepared in line with the Nutrition and Health Claims Act)
- Blood purifying.
- Supports liver function.
- Supports and simulates digestion.
- Good for the stomach.
- Good for cholesterol levels.
- Supports immunity.
Culinary Uses of Coriander
Coriander is not only used as a fresh plant (with that parsley-like leaf and typical taste), but also the seeds can be put to good use in cooking. The “seeds” as a ground variety are also known as Ketoembar.
- Coriander is an indispensable spice in Mexican, Indian, Thai and Middle Eastern cuisine. Think salsas, curries, tacos and couscous dishes.
- The seeds are ideal for seasoning meat and fish or using in dressings and marinades for added depth of flavor.
- A spice in African, Oriental and Mediterranean cuisine, coriander seed also serves as a flavoring in many dark beers.
- You also find these seeds in Arabic cuisine, as one of the basic ingredients of the spice mixture Ras el Hanout.
You will also find Coriander in our Spice Mixes Speculoos Spices, Shoarma Spices, Garam Masala, Gyro Spices, Harissa Spices, Curry, Steak Spices, Ras El Hanout, Curry mild, ….
Sustainable packaging
Our herbs are packed in compostable bags that are airtight and resealable, so that the flavors and fragrances are optimally preserved. The pouches do not let sunlight through, ensuring the efficacy of the herbs. With our sustainable packaging, we seek to minimize our carbon footprint without sacrificing quality.
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