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Coriander is normally used to refer to the fruits (often confused as seeds) of the coriander plant.
Flavour
-Warm, nutty, spicy
History
It is believed to have originated in the Mediterannean area, and in Southwest Europe. Some believe it's use began as far back as 5,000 BC, and there is evidence of its use by the Egyptians. In the Bible, Exodus, chapter 16, verse 31, it says that: "And the house of Israel called the name there of Manna: and it was like coriander seed, white; and the taste of it was like wafers made with honey."
Preparation
If the spice it bought whole in a non-dried form, then it can be dried in the sun. If it is bought in dried form it can be roasted or heated on a dry pan quickly to enhance the aroma before grinding it in an electric grinder or with a mortar and pistel.
Uses
Coriander is a key ingredient in Indian curries and garam masala. It is also used in Ethiopia and Arabic cooking.
See also: Cilantro (spice), and Coriander (plant)