Coriander

Coriander originates from the Mediterranean and the Middle East. Coriander is a seed of the coriandrum sativum, a plant in the parsley family. Coriander has a mild, distinctive taste similar to a blend of lemon and sage.

Coriander has a pleasing mild and sweet taste with a hint of orange peel, is pale creamy brown in colour and has a burnt orange aroma.

Ideal with curries, chicken and pork casseroles, chutneys and tomato or bechemal sauces. It is also used in gin, American cigarettes and sausages.

Coriander should be stored in a cool dark cupboard to maintain best flavour.

Add it to stews and marinades for a Mediterranean flavour. Or add to savoury bread dough with sundried tomatoes or olives.

Did you know…?

Before toothpaste was commonly used Coriander seeds were used as a breath sweetner.