Flavor Profile
This seed is sweet and aromatic with citrus notes and pairs well with allspice, cinnamon, cumin, garlic, and nutmeg.
How to Use
Flavor sweet and savory dishes with coriander. Season vegetables, marinades, masalas, cookies, and cakes. Add whole coriander seeds to pickling brines, compotes, and chutneys.
About The Spice
Coriander seeds are native to Southern Europe and the Mediterranean region. Coriander is the dried seed or fruit of the Coriandrum sativum plant, which belongs to the parsley family. Cilantro is the leaf of this same plant and surprisingly, its flavor is vastly different from that of coriander.More Information
If your recipe calls for cracked or ground coriander seeds, use whole coriander seeds and crack or grind it yourself (either spin it quickly in a blender or hammer slightly in a sealable bag). This will produce the best, freshest taste. Try toasting before creating your ground coriander seed blend.
Coriander Seeds Q&A
What are coriander seeds?
Coriander seeds are a slightly sweet & aromatic whole seed that belongs to the parsley family, and can be used to season savory, and even sweet, dishes.
How do you use coriander seeds?
You can use coriander seeds whole in pickling brines, marinades or chutneys, but you can also crush them for a ground coriander blend that you can add to vegetables before cooking.
What is the difference between coriander and cilantro?
Coriander has a sweet, aromatic taste with a touch of citrus. Cilantro has a complex but delicate flavor with a hint of pepper, mint, and lemon.
How to toast coriander seeds?
To toast coriander seeds, simply add whole coriander to a pan and sauté until they become aromatic. If you hear a popping or cracking sound from the seeds, it's time to take them off the heat.
Dietary Information
Salt-Free
MSG-Free
Nut-Free
Dairy-Free
Gluten-Free
Onion-Free
Garlic-Free
Black Pepper-Free
Corn-Free
Capsicum-Free
Sweetener-Free
Sugar-Free
Sesame-Free
Vegetarian
Vegan
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