This is a love-it or hate-it herb with an assertive taste containing an undercurrent of heat.
Coriander is a herb (fresh green leaves) and a spice ( seeds.)
Seeds are lemony – included in most curry powders and spice mixes.
Often used with other strongly flavoured ingredients which can stand up to it, such as Lime juice and Chilies,
it features in Middle Eastern, Asian, South American, Mexican and Mediterranean dishes.