Other names: Coriander, cilantro, cilantro, sassy
Botanical name: Coriandrum sativum
Coriander
Popular in both Central American and Southeast Asian cuisines, this cilantro typically has thinner stems and lighter green leaves. Coriander is usually grown in winter in Northern Vietnam or temperate regions like Da Lat.
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Uses: Coriander or cilantro is widely used in Vietnamese cuisine, either chopped or eaten whole leaves and stems. This herb is often used to decorate fried, sautéed, stewed dishes to create a fresh flavor for meaty dishes. Some also combine this herb with other herbs and lettuce and serve fresh.
Medicinal uses: Like many other herbs, coriander is also used to treat minor ailments and aches. For example, Vietnamese people have long used coriander to lower blood cholesterol, fight bad breath, create new enzymes that help the digestive system, stabilize blood sugar, and many other uses.
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