coriander

• Planta del Viejo Mundo con hojas aromáticas y semillas usadas como condimento o para decorar platos; las semillas secas también se usan enteras o molidas.

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.

   Cilantro (planta)

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

   Sinónimoschinese parsleycilantro

2. Dried seeds (spice)A2formalculinary

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

   Semillas de cilantro

   • 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.

   Cilantro fresco (hojas)

   • 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.

   Sinónimoschinese parsleycilantro