Dried Cilantro

Description

Dried Cilantro (pronounced “see-laan-tro”), Coriandrum sativum, is also called dried cilantro leaves, dry cilantro, or dried coriander leaves. Parsley-like in appearance, dried cilantro is sold in many quantities and will add a refreshing, clean flavor to all your dishes. Cilantro is derived from the leaf of the coriander plant, although these two spices do not taste the same and are not interchangeable.

The flavor of cilantro is often described as a mixture of citrus and parsley, but with a bite. Cilantro is one of the oldest known and most popular herbs and is commonly used in Indian, Mediterranean, and Mexican cuisine. Rich in natural antioxidants, dehydrated cilantro retains many of the same nutritional benefits as its fresh counterpart. Cilantro is also rich in vitamins, essential oils, and dietary fiber and can help reduce “bad” cholesterol levels.

Benefits:

Cilantro might help remove metals such as mercury, lead, and aluminum from the body. Removing these metals from the body might help some antibiotics and antiviral medicines work better. Cilantro might also help eliminate certain bacteria that cause infections. Specifically, researchers report cilantro to be a highly potent activator of the voltage-gated potassium channel subfamily Q, referred to as the KCNQ channel. Dysfunction of the channel can cause brain damage, disease, or malfunction due to an epileptic seizure.

Usage:

Instead, use it when you want cilantro as a background flavor in saucy dishes like beans, soups, or marinades. Dried cilantro isn’t very flavorful to begin with, so you must add a substantial amount for the flavor to come through. Although most recipes call for fresh cilantro, it can be difficult to find in cold climates during the winter months. These dried cilantro leaves work nicely as a replacement. The dried cilantro spice is also good for people just acquiring a taste for cilantro, as their flavor is milder than the fresh herb.

While there is no set reason as to why cilantro is used in Mexican food, it could be attributed to the way it helps to balance the spice and bold flavors associated with many popular dishes. It is a testament to how even the smallest ingredient can make a huge difference in taste and experience.

To maintain freshness, this spice is shipped in glass bottles. That’s because glass jars can preserve the freshness of spices for up to 2 years. Glass is an awesome option for storing spices because it doesn’t react to ingredients, unlike plastics and wood. Glass doesn’t typically conduct heat and you can see what’s inside to keep track of inventory.

This spice is additive and preservative free !!!!

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