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What Are Coriander seeds and How Can I Use Them?

Here's everything worth knowing about coriander seeds and how to pick them, what they are, how to store them, and what to use instead, plus 298 recipes to cook tonight.

coriander seeds

What are coriander seeds?

coriander seeds

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 tbsp (5g)
Amount per Serving
Calories 14Calories from Fat 7
 % Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.9g 1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g 0%
Trans Fat ~
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 2.7g 1%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars ~
Protein 0.6g
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 4% Iron 5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

Quick facts

Where to find coriander seeds: Coriander seeds are usually found in the spices section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.

Food group: Coriander seeds are a member of the Spices and Herbs US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

In Chinese
香菜种子
British (UK) term
Coriander seeds
en français
graines de coriandre
en español
semillas de cilantro

How much do coriander seeds weigh?

Amount Weight
1 tbsp 5 grams
1 teaspoon 1 grams

Spices and Herbs

Recipes using coriander seeds

There are 298 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Winter Squash Soup with Cinnamon & Cloves

Winter Squash Soup with Cinnamon & Cloves

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Winter Squash Soup with Cinnamon and Cloves recipe

Spicy, Tasty Chicken Tandoori

Spicy, Tasty Chicken Tandoori

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Chicken tandoori is basically a snack which can be eaten in the evening or at night. Chicken marinated in tandoori masala, grilled in the oven is a super tasty, mouthwatering dish. Try it now.

Malabar Chicken Curry Recipe

Malabar Chicken Curry Recipe

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Malabar chicken curry is a spicy and aromatic dish that hails from the Malabar region of India. This curry is made with a unique blend of spices that include cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and fennel, which gives it a distinctive taste and aroma. The tender chicken pieces are simmered in a rich and flavorful coconut milk-based gravy, making it a perfect dish for any occasion. The curry can be adjusted to your preferred level of spiciness, making it versatile for all tastes. Whether you're looking to explore new flavors or simply want to add a bit of spice to your meals, Malabar chicken curry is a must-try recipe for any home cook.

Blueberry, Roasted Corn, Soy Bean & Arugula Salad

Blueberry, Roasted Corn, Soy Bean & Arugula Salad

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Fresh blueberries, roasted sweet corn, soy bean, red bell pepper and peppery arugula are tossed with a white wine vinegar-olive oil vinaigrette. It's a light and tasty summer salad that accompanies well with any barbecued dishes.

Five Spice Pork Tenderloin with Strawberry Balsamic Sauce

Five Spice Pork Tenderloin with Strawberry Balsamic Sauce

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not a 5-spice powder.. a different flavor in almost each bite..

Arcadian Eight Bean Chili

Arcadian Eight Bean Chili

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Arcadian eight bean chili packs six bean varieties, ground beef, bacon, and dried poblanos into a smoky simmered crowd-feeder. Cinnamon and coriander give this chili an unexpected depth.

Chaat Powder (Masala)

Chaat Powder (Masala)

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Chaat masala, the tangy, sour Indian spice blend built on amchoor (dried mango powder) with cumin, coriander, ginger, and a kick of cayenne. Sprinkle it on fruit, potatoes, and snacks for instant zing.

Harissa

Harissa

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A spicy paste of Spanish origin that contains garlic, caraway, cumin and coriander.

Aam Chutney (Pineapple-Chile Chutney)

Aam Chutney (Pineapple-Chile Chutney)

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Sweet, sour and spicy, this delicious pineapple-chile chutney is packed with flavors. Serve it as a side dish with any Indian main course.

Matar Paneer (Peas with Paneer)

Matar Paneer (Peas with Paneer)

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This Punjabi dish, with some variation in spices, is eaten over all of northern India. Paneer is a fresh milk cheese with an interesting, slightly chewy consistency. It's easy to make, but requires planning ahead. You can substitute a diced 6- or 8-ounce cake of pressed tofu for it in this recipe.

Roasted Curried Cauliflower

Roasted Curried Cauliflower

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Just made this roasted curried cauliflower for lunch, and it was very tasty. Loved how sweet the onions came out after the roasting with the strong caramelized flavor as well, yum. The cauliflower florets were tender with a little bit crisp, perfect texture :)

Kashmiri Meatballs (Kashmiri Koftas)

Kashmiri Meatballs (Kashmiri Koftas)

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Kashmiri lamb koftas shaped into spiced sausages, browned in whole cardamom and cinnamon, then simmered in yogurt sauce until tender and saucy. Aromatic Indian comfort food from the Himalayan foothills.

Tandoori Spice Mix

Tandoori Spice Mix

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Very popular Indian spice mix best known for use on Tandoori chicken.

Lentil Soup with Steamed Vegetables

Lentil Soup with Steamed Vegetables

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I like natural flavors of veggies without any seasoning inc. salt.. I often steam them and serve them as a side to other dishes.. sometimes they are tossed into the soup like in this example.. you may steam various veggies in various seasons of the year..

Coriander Spiced Scallops with Orange Ginger Dressing & Greens

Coriander Spiced Scallops with Orange Ginger Dressing & Greens

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Orange and ginger dressing is so refreshing, coriander spiced scallops go very well with it. Also it is so quick and easy to make.

Marinated Zucchini & Bocconcini Parcels

Marinated Zucchini & Bocconcini Parcels

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Soft and creamy mozzarella balls wrapped in a thin slice of zucchini then marinated in a savory mix of olive oil, lemon zest, coriander and mint. Party poppers that are healthy and tasty.

Shrimp & Lentil Soup

Shrimp & Lentil Soup

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a bit spicy soup.. I found a combination of lentil and shrimp in Sri Lanka's cuisine, however I never found any recipe, and I tried my way..

Nutty Meatloaf

Nutty Meatloaf

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Nutty meatloaf packed with crunchy chopped nuts, ground beef, and warm coriander and clove, baked into a tender loaf and served with brown onion gravy. A spiced twist on the diner classic.

Spicy Sauteed Shrimp

Spicy Sauteed Shrimp

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Easy and low-fat shrimp sauté in a sweet pepper sauce with a spicy finish.

Garam Masala Lamb Kebabs

Garam Masala Lamb Kebabs

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Garam masala lamb kebabs marinated in spiced yogurt with ginger, garlic, and fresh coriander, then grilled until charred and finished with a dusting of warm, toasted garam masala. Includes a from-scratch spice blend.

Phyllo (Filo) Mushroom Pies

Phyllo (Filo) Mushroom Pies

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Juicy mushroom filling spiced with coriander and cumin wrapped inside light and crispy phyllo pastry.

Creamy Corn Chowder with Fresh Basil & Cherry Tomato

Creamy Corn Chowder with Fresh Basil & Cherry Tomato

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Creamy Corn Chowder with Fresh Basil and Cherry Tomato recipe

Shrimp & Pumpkin Curry

Shrimp & Pumpkin Curry

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Indian inspired curry shrimp with pumpkin, tons of flavour!

Chicken & Shrimp Vindaloo

Chicken & Shrimp Vindaloo

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This spicy Indian dish is best served with basmati or jasmine rice, warm nan, and ready-made mint chutney. A mango sorbet would be a nice finish to this meal.

5 Alarm Chili

5 Alarm Chili

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5 alarm chili for serious heat-seekers: layered with jalapeno, serrano, scotch bonnet, chipotle, and pasilla chiles over slow-simmered beans and meat. A deep, smoky, blistering bowl of fire.

German Bratwurst Pork Sausage

German Bratwurst Pork Sausage

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This version of bratwurt (German sausage) contains just pork.

Moroccan Sauce for Kefta

Moroccan Sauce for Kefta

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Prepare your recipe for kefta meatballs. Let them simmer for at least an hour in this spicy tomato-based sauce.

Mixed Vegetables Jaipur Style (Sabji Jaipuri)

Mixed Vegetables Jaipur Style (Sabji Jaipuri)

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This makes a delicious and colorful vegetarian entree.

Berbere

Berbere

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Toast whole spices and grind fresh for this fiery Ethiopian blend that transforms stews, roasted vegetables, and grilled meats with layers of heat and warmth.

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Courgette 'Meatballs'

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Vegetarian zucchini kofta: grated courgette balls bound with gram flour, deep-fried to a reddish-brown crisp, then simmered in a spiced tomato cream sauce with garam masala and roasted cumin.

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Spicy Yogurt Sauce

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An Indian-style yogurt sauce with sautéed onions, hot chilies, cumin, coriander, and fresh tomato. Creamy, tangy, and gently spiced in just 30 minutes.

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French Mushroom Salad

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French mushroom salad a la Grecque with whole caps simmered in olive oil, white wine, tomato, coriander seeds, and thyme, then chilled and served cold.

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Tunisian Chili-Crusted Beef

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Filet mignon rolled in crushed coriander, white peppercorns, ancho chili, and cumin, then seared hard for a fragrant North African spice crust. Serve sliced with tomato jam and tahini yogurt for a 15-minute showstopper.

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Turkey Mole

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Turkey legs braised in a rich mole sauce built from chocolate, peanut butter, raisins, ground chile, and warm spices. This authentic Mexican mole delivers deep, layered flavor that will have you licking the plate clean.

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Mixed Meat Satay

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Mixed meat satay skewers of chicken, shrimp, and beef marinated in toasted coriander, cumin, garlic, fish sauce, and brown sugar, then grilled fast and served with peanut sauce. Thai-style street-food flavor at home.

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Evergreen Spaghetti

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The coriander, sugar and bland cheese balance the tartness of green tomatoes in this recipe.

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Samar Codi (Prawn Curry)

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Samar Codi is a Goan prawn curry built on fresh-ground coriander and cumin, coconut milk, and tangy kokum. A coastal Indian classic with deep spice and gentle sweetness.

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Chicken Tikka

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Chicken grilled on skewers in its own marinade that is sure to have your mouth-watering!

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Chicken Kurma (Sista)

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Yogurt-marinated chicken simmers in a rich sauce of freshly ground spices, poppy seeds, cashews, almonds, and coconut. An authentic Indian chicken korma built from scratch.

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Char Flavoured Eggplant & Green Peas

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Cubed eggplant simmered with green peas in ghee, coriander, cumin, turmeric, and whole chiles until the stock evaporates and a smoky charred crust forms on the bottom. An Indian vegetable dish where the burnt bits are the best part.

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Feijado Preto

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Feijão preto is a Brazilian-style black bean stew slow-simmered with onion, garlic, orange, tomato and coriander, served over brown rice with toasted bread crumbs and orange slices.

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Sopa De Grao

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Rich Portuguese chickpea soup partially pureed for creamy body, studded with browned pepperoni, stir-fried spinach, potatoes, thyme, and coriander. A hearty, layered bowl.

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Garam Masala #4

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Homemade garam masala with roasted coriander, cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, peppercorns, and nutmeg. A fragrant Indian spice blend ground fresh for maximum aroma.

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Tofu Paneer

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Indian-spiced tofu paneer simmered in a garam masala tomato sauce with green peas. Includes a recipe for homemade garam masala. Serve over brown rice with chutney for a vegan feast.

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Homemade Garam Masala

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Homemade garam masala spice blend with whole-toasted cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, peppercorns, cumin, and coriander. The aromatic foundation of North Indian cooking, ground fresh for unmatched flavor.

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Baked Samosa Logs with Fruit-Sweetened Tomato Ch

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Baked vegetarian samosa logs wrapped in whole-wheat chapatis and stuffed with curried cauliflower, peas, coconut, and cilantro. Paired with a ginger-spiked tomato chutney sweetened with grape juice.

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Los Venganza Del Almo Chili

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Texas-style beer chili with three meats (beef, pork, ground), masa harina thickening, and bold spices. Simmers for 3+ hours to develop deep, complex flavors.

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Masaledar Sem

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Masaledar sem, Indian-style spiced green beans simmered with ginger-garlic paste, cumin, coriander, and tomato. Vegan side dish that delivers big flavor from pantry spices in under 30 minutes.

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Duck Curry

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Thai duck curry simmered in coconut milk with a handmade paste of chilies, coriander, lemongrass, shrimp paste, and lime. Rich, fiery, and aromatic with fresh basil stirred in at the finish. Serve over jasmine rice.

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You've Got To Be Kidding Beans

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Red beans tossed in a bold balsamic-prune dressing with fenugreek, coriander, and chili-garlic paste. A chilled bean salad bursting with sweet, tangy, spicy layers.

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