ground coriander
Coriander provides manganese, iron, and magnesium, along with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds. It contains volatile oils that may aid digestion.
About
Ground coriander is the dried and pulverized seed of Coriandrum sativum, an herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and the Indian subcontinent. The seeds are small, spherical, and tan-brown in color, with a ridged surface; when ground, they yield a fine powder with a warm, citrusy, and slightly sweet aroma. The flavor profile is complex, combining notes of orange peel, cumin, and subtle earthiness, with a gentle warmth that intensifies with toasting. Coriander is one of the oldest cultivated spices, with evidence of use dating back to ancient Egypt and India.
Culinary Uses
Ground coriander is a foundational spice in Indian, Middle Eastern, Latin American, and Southeast Asian cuisines. It appears in curry powders, garam masala, and spice rubs for roasted meats and vegetables. The spice pairs well with cumin, cardamom, and chilies in savory applications, and is also used in baking, pickling, and spice-rubbed fish dishes. Its mild flavor makes it suitable for both bold and delicate preparations; it is often bloomed in oil or ghee to develop its full aromatic potential.
Used In
Recipes Using ground coriander (4)
Chicken Biriyani with Mushroom and Asparagus
A "biriyani" dish is rice with a mixture of whatever takes your fancy. In this case it's Chicken - and tonight I decided to use asparagus and mushroom as the main accompaniments!
Moroccan Soup
Moroccan Soup from the Recidemia collection
Rajma I
Kidney beans make an excellent nutritous basis for a vegetarian dish - and this is a popular Indian method for cooking them. Called "rajma" - the kidnet beans are cooked either on their own - or in this Punjabi variation - with potatoes.
Saffron Rice
Saffron rice is yellow or tan, with a taste reminiscent of spice breads and spice cakes. It goes well with chicken. This recipe serves 4.