Coriander is a dried fruit of the same plant that produces cilantro. It has a light and tangy flavor and can be used whole, cracked, or in powder form. Coriander is common in Middle Eastern and Indian savory dishes and is often used in pickling vegetables as well. It is a central ingredient of Garam Masala and is added to curries, soups, and meat dishes as well as desserts. Toasting coriander seeds helps bring out their flavor.

Recipe to Try:

For a bowl of distinctive coriander rice, saute half a cup of diced onions in a skillet until they reach a golden-brown color. Add coriander seeds and turmeric. Stir for one minute. Add rinsed basmati rice, salt, and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce to low and simmer covered until cooked through and rice is tender. Add chopped parsley before serving.

Key Features:

•         Soak coriander seeds overnight in warm water to help flush out the toxins from your body.

•         Great on savory food such as sauces, salads, pickles, or use it in any Indian and middle eastern cooking like meats, sweet baked goods or pastrami.

•         Roasting or grinding them in mortar and pestle can bring an aroma, pungent lemony flavor.

Instructions:

Toast coriander seeds to draw out the flavor before adding to foods. Use whole or crush into smaller pieces or a fine powder.