Coriander, or Coriandrum sativum, is an annual herb in the carrot family native to the Mediterranean Basin; its leaves are known in the United States as cilantro and most people perceive them as having a fresh, slightly citrus taste, though due to variation in the gene OR6A2 some people instead perceive a soapy or rotten flavor. All parts of the plant are edible, with the fresh leaves and dried seeds most traditionally used in cooking, and the herb is a staple ingredient across Peruvian, Mexican, Indian and Southeast Asian cuisines.
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Origin and distribution, native range
Coriander is native to the Mediterranean Basin.
Origin and distribution, written record
The Ebers Papyrus, an Egyptian text dated around 1550 BCE, mentioned uses of coriander.
Used By: Indian Cuisine, Culinary, Seeds
Coriander seed is a spice in garam masala, and Indian curries
Used By: Mexican Cuisine, Origin and distribution, cuisines sentence
It is included in Peruvian, Mexican, Indian and Southeast Asian cuisines.
Used By: Thai Cuisine, Roots
used in a variety of Asian cuisines, particularly in Thai dishes such as soups or curry pastes.
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WikipediaUsed By: Chana Masala, Infobox main_ingredient field: Chickpeas, onion, tomatoes, coriander, garlic, chiles, ginger, oil, spicesView the Source Wikipedia: Baingan bharta
Used By: Baingan Bharta, Infobox main_ingredient field: Brinjal, onion, tomato, chili, green peas, cilantro, spices (incl. coriander, cumin, garam masala)View the Source Mititei (Wikipedia)
Used By: Mititei, Infobox main_ingredient field: Lamb, pork, beef, coriander, onion, garlic, black pepper, thyme, sodium bicarbonateView the Source Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato (Wikipedia)
Used By: Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato, Infobox main_ingredient field: Clams, olive oil, garlic, coriander, white wineView the Source Gulai (Wikipedia)
Red curry (Wikipedia)
Moqueca, Wikipedia
Used By: Moqueca, infobox main_ingredient fieldQuote, Used By: Moqueca, infobox main_ingredient field
Seafood, tomatoes, onions, lime, coriander
Koshary (Wikipedia)
Used By: Koshary, infobox main_ingredient fieldQuote, Used By: Koshary, infobox main_ingredient field
Rice, lentils, macaroni, Vermicelli, tomato sauce, vegetable oil, onions, cumin, coriander
Tàⁿ-á-mī (Wikipedia)
Used By: Tàⁿ-á-mī, infobox main_ingredient fieldQuote, Used By: Tàⁿ-á-mī, infobox main_ingredient field
Chinese wheat noodles, shrimp-flavored soup, shrimp, coriander, minced pork, garlic
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