The seed of the vibrant green cilantro plant, coriander can be used whole or crushed to bring out a sweet and floral flavor in your food. If you’re pickling vegetables, throw whole coriander seeds into the marinade to make the steeping solution more interesting. In India, the seeds are roasted and eaten whole as a traditional tasty snack. If you prefer to use crushed coriander, buy these whole seeds, roast them to bring out their flavor, and crush them to unleash a fresh and potent aroma.

If you’re pickling vegetables, throw whole coriander seeds into the marinade. If you prefer to use crushed coriander, buy these whole seeds, roast them to bring out their flavor, and crush them to unleash a fresh and potent aroma that can be used in any custom spice blend you can imagine creating.

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