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Coriander : Quick Overview



Traditional Ethnic Uses

Coriander is used in Indian curries, gin, American cigarettes, and sausages. Taste and Aroma

Coriander has a mild, distinctive taste similar to a blend of lemon and sage. History/Region of Origin

Coriander is probably one of the first spices used by mankind, having been known as early as 5000 BC. Sanskrit writings dating from about 1500 BC also spoke of it. In the Old Testament manna is described as white like Coriander Seed. (Exodus 16:31) The Romans spread it throughout Europe and it was one of the first spices to arrive in America.