Cilantro Profile

Also known as- Coriandrum sativum, coriander leaf, Chinese Parsley, Coriandri Fructus, Koriander, Kustumburi.

Introduction

Cilantro is the leaf of the herb most the world knows as coriander. Cilantro has been used to settle upset stomach in Latin American herbal healing traditions, much as other traditions use coriander, fennel, or dill.

Constituents

Alpha-pinene, lauric acid, p-cymene,

Parts Used

The fresh or dried leaf and stem, chopped.

Typical Preparations

Can be used to make teas, but more often used in cooking.

Summary

Cilantro is more than just tasty„itÍs also antimicrobial. The essential oils in cilantro are especially effective against Listeria bacteria, and also slow the growth of E. coli and Salmonella. Combining cilantro with onion or garlic increases its ability to keep food fresh.

Precautions

None.

 

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