Coriander seeds

dhaniya धनिया (Hindi); coriander seed

Flavor and role: The dried fruit of the coriander plant; unlike the leaves, it has a fresh, warm, lemony-orange aroma. Lightly toasting in a dry pan before grinding brings out the aroma.
Typical dishes and uses: Indian curries, pho broth, pickling spice, Moroccan dishes, sausages. In this book: pho bo broth.
Substitutes: 1 tsp ground coriander = 1¼ tsp whole coriander seeds. If you have none, use ½ tsp cumin + a little lemon zest.
Storage: In an airtight container at cool room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture. For best aroma, use ground spices within 6 months to 1 year and whole spices within 2-3 years.
Main countries: India · Morocco · Russia
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