:: What Is Coriander? coriander, feathery annual plant of the parsley family (Apiaceae), parts of which are used as both an herb and a spice. Native to the Mediterranean and Middle East regions, the plant is widely cultivated in many places worldwide for its culinary uses. Its dry fruits and seeds, which are also known as coriander, are used to flavor many foods, particularly sausages, curries, Scandinavian pastries, liqueurs, and confectionery, such as English comfits. Its delicate young leaves, known as cilantro, are widely used in Latin American, Indian, and Chinese dishes. |
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:: Health Benefits
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:: Nutrition #1 Coriander LeavesThe nutritional value of 100 grams of coriander leaves is as follows:
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#2 Coriander SeedsThe nutritional value of 100 grams of coriander seeds is as follows:
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