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coriander (kōr'ēăn`dər), strong-smelling Old World annual herb (Coriandrum sativum) of the family Umbelliferae (parsley parsley, Mediterranean aromatic herb (Petroselinum crispum or Apium petroselinum) of the carrot family, cultivated since the days of the Romans for its foliage, used in cookery as a seasoning and garnish. ..... Click the link for more information. family), cultivated for its fruits. Dried coriander seed contains an aromatic oil used as a flavoring, as a medicine, and in liqueurs. The seed itself is used as a spice similarly to that of the related caraway and cumin. Coriander is classified in the division Magnoliophyta Magnoliophyta (măg'nōlēŏf`ətə) ..... Click the link for more information. , class Magnoliopsida, order Apiales, family Umbelliferae. corianderor cilantroFeathery annual herb (Coriandrum sativum) of the parsley family, and its dried fruit, native to the Mediterranean and Middle East. The seeds go by the name coriander; they have a mild, fragrant aroma and aromatic taste and are used to flavour many foods. The delicate young leaves—known in the U.S. by their Spanish name, cilantro—are widely used in Latin American, Indian, and Chinese dishes. coriander a European umbelliferous plant, Coriandrum sativum, widely cultivated for its aromatic seeds and leaves, used in flavouring food, etc. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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5 1/2 quarts water 1 1/2 pounds curing salt 1/4 cup cardamom pods 1/4 cup dried red chilis 1/4 cup coriander seeds 1 tablespoon cumin seeds 1 tablespoon whole cloves 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1-inch piece wild ginger, peeled and finely chopped 1-inch piece licorice root, peeled and finely chopped 2 tablespoons ground star anise 20 ounces lean pork belly, trimmed and cut into 3X6-inch rectangles Caraway seeds pep up bakery products and stewed fruits, while coriander seed adds richness to curry powders and pickles. The house of Israel named it manna; it was like white coriander seed, and its taste was like wafers in honey. |
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