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Cilantro
Cilantro is a tender fresh herb with a bright, citrusy flavor used widely in Mexican, South Asian, Southeast Asian, African, and Middle Eastern cooking.
How it compares to
3 Ways to Cook Cilantro
Cilantro-Mint ChutneyA vivid, spicy green sauce for grilled food, rice, sandwiches, or samosas.+
Ingredients
- 2 packed cups cilantro leaves and tender stems
- 1 cup mint leaves
- 1 small green chile
- 1 inch ginger
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt
- 2 to 4 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cilantro and mint.
- Place all ingredients except water in a blender.
- Blend while adding just enough water to form a smooth sauce.
- Taste and adjust lime, chile, and salt.
- Refrigerate and use within several days.
Recipe adapted from Bon Appétit
Cilantro-Lime RiceFluffy rice finished with lime and fresh cilantro.+
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil
- 1 lime
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Rinse the rice until the water is mostly clear.
- Combine rice, water, salt, and butter in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Cover, reduce the heat, and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and rest covered for 10 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and fold in lime zest, lime juice, and cilantro.
Recipe adapted from Martha Stewart
Creamy Cilantro-Lime DressingA tangy green dressing for salads, tacos, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls.+
Ingredients
- 1 cup cilantro
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt
- Water as needed
Instructions
- Put cilantro, yogurt, oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, and salt in a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Add water a teaspoon at a time to reach the desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust lime and salt.
- Chill for 15 minutes before serving.
Recipe adapted from Love and Lemons
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