Was ist Cilantro?
An aromatic herb with bright green, delicate leaves, widely used in Mexican, Middle Eastern, and Asian cuisines for its fresh, pungent flavor.
"The polarizing yet powerful herb, capable of transforming dishes with its vibrant, fresh, and complex aroma."
Wie schmeckt Cilantro?
Bright, fresh, citrusy, peppery, slightly soapy (for some).
- Taste
- Fresh, Citrusy, Pungent, Slightly Peppery
- Texture
- Delicate, Tender
- Aroma
- Bright, Green, Citrus, Earthy
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Optimal Usage
Add fresh at the end of cooking for best flavor.
Storage Tip
Store stems in water, covered loosely with plastic, in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Water Content
~92.2%
Nährwertangaben
Per 4g (1/4 cup chopped)Geheimtipp des Chefs
For maximum flavor, add fresh cilantro at the very end of cooking or as a garnish, as its delicate compounds quickly degrade with heat.
Cilantro Ersatz & Verhältnisse
Der beste Ersatz für Cilantro ist Flat-Leaf Parsley, verwendet im Verhältnis 1:1. Similar color and texture, offers fresh herbaceous notes, but lacks cilantro's unique citrusy and pungent flavor.
| Ersatz | Verhältnis | Am besten geeignet für |
|---|---|---|
| Flat-Leaf Parsley Am besten | 1:1 | Similar color and texture, offers fresh herbaceous notes, but lacks cilantro's unique citrusy and pungent flavor. |
| Culantro | 1:2 | Stronger flavor than cilantro, often used in Caribbean cuisine. Use less for equivalent flavor intensity. |
| Mint | 1:1 | Provides a fresh, bright herbal note, but with a distinct, cooling, and sweet flavor profile. |
| Basil | 1:1 | Offers a fresh, aromatic, slightly peppery flavor, but is generally sweeter and less pungent than cilantro. |
Wie man Cilantro auswählt & lagert
- Look for bright green, un-wilted leaves.
- Store in a jar of water in the fridge, covered loosely with a bag.
Womit passt Cilantro gut zusammen?
- Lime
- Chili
- Garlic
- Onions
- Avocado
- Tomatoes
- Seafood
- Chicken
- Lentils
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Wie schmeckt Cilantro?
Bright, fresh, citrusy, peppery, slightly soapy (for some). Bright, Green, Citrus, Earthy
Was ist ein guter Ersatz für Cilantro?
Der beste Ersatz ist Flat-Leaf Parsley (1:1). Similar color and texture, offers fresh herbaceous notes, but lacks cilantro's unique citrusy and pungent flavor.
Wie wählt und lagert man Cilantro?
Look for bright green, un-wilted leaves. Store in a jar of water in the fridge, covered loosely with a bag.