Coriander Seeds

Coriander is commonly called as Dhania or Kothmir. The name coriander actually originated from the Greek word “Kopis” meaning bedbug. This Dry Coriander Herb Seeds plant is considered to be indigenously from Greece but it has become widely used spice in most of the Asian countries.

USES

The young plant is used for flavouring and garnishing curries and soups. The fruits (seeds) are widely used as condiments with or without roasting in the preparation of curry powders, sausages and seasonings. It is an important ingredient in the manufacture of food flavourings, in bakery products, meat products, soda & syrups, puddings, candy preserves and liquors. In medicines it is used as a carminative, refrigerant, diuretic, and aodisiac. In household medicines, it is used against seasonal fever, stomach disorders, and nausea. Coriander oil and oleoresins are primarily used in seasonings for sausages and other meat products.