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coriander

/ˌkɒr.iˈæn.dər/

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noun

/ˌkɒr.iˈæn.dər/B1formalculinary
  • ruТрава из Старого Света с ароматными листьями и семенами, используемая как приправа или для украшения блюд; сушёные семена также используются целиком или в молотом виде.

An herb from the Old World with aromatic leaves and seeds, used as a seasoning or garnish; the dried seeds are also used whole or ground.

  1. Herbaceous plantA2formalculinary

    An Old World herb with aromatic leaves and seeds, resembling parsley in appearance.

    ruТравянистое растение

    • She grows coriander in her garden for cooking.
    • The coriander plant has delicate, feathery leaves.
    • Fresh coriander is often used in salads and salsas.

    Synonymschinese parsleycilantro

  2. Dried seeds (spice)A2formalculinary

    The dried seeds of the coriander plant, used whole or ground as a spice in cooking.

    ruКориандр (семена)

    • Ground coriander is a key ingredient in curry powder.
    • He added whole coriander seeds to the pickling brine.
    • Coriander seeds have a warm, citrusy flavor.
  3. Fresh leaves (garnish)A2informalculinary

    The fresh leaves of the coriander plant, used as a seasoning or garnish in various dishes.

    ruКинза

    • Sprinkle fresh coriander on top of the soup before serving.
    • The recipe calls for a handful of chopped coriander.
    • Coriander leaves add a bright, fresh flavor to tacos.

    Synonymschinese parsleycilantro

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