Coriander

[jackieb]

Hi everyone, I'm new to this forum. I bought a copy of the magazine when I was in the UK recently and really enjoyed it so thought I'd join in.

I have a quesion, I hate the taste and smell of coriander - what can I use instead. I thought parsley but someone said that in fact they're not really interchangeable.

thanks

[juker]

Not just me then! I am really not a fan of coriander

Depends on the recipe really (and I dont follow recipes that much!) but maybe just leave it out if there are enough other flavours

[jackieb]

I do tend to leave it out or use parsley instead but I'd like to find something that comes closer without that awful smell!

[Chissy]

It's pretty hard to substitute coriander due to its Amazing flavour, but depending on the recipe you could try things like basil, mint or parsley

[Rachel]

Hi Jackieb
Welcome to our forum! For a less pungent option, a little ground coriander has a similar character to fresh coriander without that serious hit of flavour. I'd add just a touch at a time, to taste (start with no more than 1/2 tsp for a dish serving two people), then scatter on some flat-leaf parsley for colour and texture. Ground coriander comes from the seeds, and is much milder than the leaf.

Rachel - Cook Veg