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cilantro
[si-lahn-troh, -lan-]
noun
the strong-scented leaves of the coriander plant, used in salads or to flavor and garnish food.
the coriander plant.
cilantro
/ ɪˈæԳٰəʊ /
noun
Also called (in Britain and certain other countries): coriander.a European umbelliferous plant, Coriandrum sativum, widely cultivated for its aromatic seeds and leaves, used in flavouring food, etc
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of cilantro1
Example Sentences
Her salads run the gamut—apple with pecorino, lentils and radicchio; blueberry with oat groats, chicories and buttermilk; raw cabbage with ground cherries, cilantro, pepitas and lime.
For that reason, they are great in a sweet-savory salsa with diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, cilantro and fresh lime juice.
The tofu was cooked beautifully and sopped up the sauce incredibly well, with savory and herbaceous flavor notes of soy, sesame and cilantro permeating the protein.
Although the version above is my favorite, try a Lemon, Mint and Feta version by swapping out the cilantro, lime, and Kalamata olives for lemon, fresh mint and feta cheese.
A rich, thick sauce benefits from something bright and snappy to balance it—think freshly chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime.
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