Coriander Seeds

Coriander seeds are the dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum), known for their warm, citrusy flavor with a hint of sweetness. They are a staple spice in many cuisines and valued for their culinary versatility and potential health benefits.

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Description

Use:

  • Culinary: Coriander seeds are used whole or ground in cooking. They are essential in spice blends like garam masala and curry powder, and are used in pickling, sausages, soups, stews, and marinades. They can be dry-roasted to enhance their flavor before use.
  • Condiments: Ground into curry pastes, chutneys, and sauces. Coriander seeds are also used to flavor oils and vinegars.
  • Medicinal: In traditional medicine, coriander seeds are believed to aid digestion, reduce inflammation, and have antioxidant properties.

 

Origin:

  • Coriander is native to regions spanning from southern Europe to southwestern Asia. It has been cultivated for thousands of years and is now grown worldwide for its seeds and leaves, both of which are used in cooking.

 

Health Benefits of Coriander Seeds:

  • Digestive Aid: Coriander seeds are known to stimulate digestion, relieve bloating, and alleviate symptoms of indigestion.
  • Antioxidant: They contain antioxidants that help neutralize free radicals and protect cells from oxidative stress.
  • Anti-inflammatory: Coriander seeds have anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce inflammation in the body.
  • Cholesterol Management: Some studies suggest coriander seeds may help lower cholesterol levels.
  • Blood Sugar Regulation: Coriander seeds may aid in regulating blood sugar levels, though more research is needed.

 

Indian Name of Coriander Seeds:

  • Hindi: धनिया के बीज (Dhaniya ke Beej)
  • Tamil: கொத்துமல்லி விதைகள் (Kothumalli Vidhaigal)
  • Telugu: ధనియాల విత్తనాలు (Dhaniyala Vittanalu)
  • Kannada: ಕೊತ್ತಂಬರಿ ಬೀಜಗಳು (Kottambari Beejagalu)
  • Malayalam: മല്ലിയിരിക്ക (Malliyirikka)
  • Bengali: ধনিয়ার বীজ (Dhoneyar Bij)
  • Gujarati: ધાણાના બીજ (Dhanana Bij)
  • Marathi: धण्याचे बीज (Dhanyache Beej)
  • Odia: ଧନିଆ ବିଜ (Dhania Bija)

 

Foreign Name of Coriander Seeds:

  • French: graines de coriandre
  • German: Koriandersamen
  • Italian: semi di coriandolo
  • Spanish: semillas de cilantro
  • Portuguese: sementes de coentro
  • Dutch: korianderzaadjes
  • Russian: семена кориандра (semena korindra)
  • Arabic: بذور الكزبرة (bizur al-kuzbara)
  • Turkish: kişniş tohumları