Coriander Research Paper

Coriander is a spice that comes from the seed of the cilantro plant. Though it was originally grown in Iran, coriander now grows wild over most of Western Asia and a Southern Europe. The earliest evidence of coriander is in Neolithic cave dwellings. King Tutankhamun's tomb is said to have contained flowers from the coriander plant. It was known to be grown in Greece, too, first starting in the early BCs. In early history, it was often used as a perfume. Coriander was taken to America in 1670 by British colonists, and consequently, was one of the first spices cultivated in the New World. Coriander, as previously said, comes from cilantro, the only plant to be used as both a spice and an herb. This also means that coriander is known for many uses throughout history. …show more content…
The leaves, usually used fresh, are used in South Asian (like chutney or certain salads), Chinese, Thai, and Burmese dishes. It is also served as a garnish on dishes in Mexico (like salsa or guacamole) and Russia (usually on salads). The most common use of this plant is in India and Central Asia. It can be used raw or dried, but heat lessens the flavor of the plant, so more frequently it's used raw. There is, however, a common way to prepare this herb in Central Asia that includes cooking it. They cook them in large amounts until the flavor is somewhat diminished, for use on other dishes. The leaves spoil quickly and lose their scent when dried or frozen. The dried fruits of this plant are known as coriander seeds. They have what is described as a warm, nutty flavor. The seeds can be used whole or ground, but stored ground coriander loses flavor quickly, and is better served freshly