Coriander Roots, Cilantro Roots

The roots of Coriander (Coriandrum sativum), also called Cilantro roots,
are mostly used in the cuisines of South East Asia, especially in Thailand,
where the tasty roots are used for Thai curry pastes, fish, dip sauces and soups.
Coriander roots have an more intense flavor than the Coriander leaves
and we used them for all kinds of recipes, where Coriander leaves are used.
Try it out and flavor a mexican salsa with Cilantro roots as well,
You wil be delighted !

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Image: Coriander Roots, Cilantro Roots
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How to use Coriander (Cilantro) roots:
Basically there are two ways to use the tasty and fragrant roots in the kitchen.
- Hit the root with a pestle or the flat side of an heavy knife.
until the root cracks. Remove the roots before serving.
- Chop it finely
Coriander roots have a very intense flavour, so just use 1 or 2.