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Coriander Flower

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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

They have a strong herbal flavour.

Usage Tips

  1. Coriander flowers can be used fresh only. They can be chopped alongside leaves in recipes. They can be used as an appealing garnish and add colour to the dishes. coriander flowers have a cooling effect on spicy dishes.

Description

Coriander is an entirely edible, soft leafy, annual herb in the family Apiaceae. It is native to Southwest Asia and North Africa. It produces petite whitish-pink flowers in clusters called umbels. They have lacy decorative appearance with minimal aroma. They can be used along with coriander leaves at the end of cooking.

Health benefits

  • Coriander Flowers are a good source of vitamin K, that helps in blood clotting and protects heart as well.(1)
  • The dietary fiber in them aids in digestion and also prevents inflammation.(1)
  • Coriander flowers, consumed with coriander leaves can keep blood sugar level in check.(1)

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.thehealthsite.com/diseases-conditions/do-you-discard-coriander-flowers-stop-now-bs0716-421091/

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