Was ist Recao?
Also known as Culantro or Mexican Coriander, it's an herb with a stronger, more pungent flavor than cilantro, essential in Caribbean and Latin American cuisines.
"Unlike cilantro, which bruises easily and loses flavor quickly when heated, Recao is robust and holds its flavor well through long cooking times."
Wie schmeckt Recao?
Pungent, fresh, strong cilantro-like, earthy, garlicky
- Taste
- Pungent, herbaceous, cilantro-like (stronger), earthy, slightly citrusy
- Texture
- Firm, somewhat leathery leaves
- Aroma
- Intense, pungent, distinctly cilantro-like
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Aromatic Compounds
Aliphatic aldehydes
Heat Stability
Retains flavor well when cooked
Typical Shelf Life
1-2 weeks (refrigerated)
Nährwertangaben
Per 1/4 cup (10g) choppedGeheimtipp des Chefs
Because of its strong flavor and heat stability, add culantro early in the cooking process to infuse dishes deeply, unlike cilantro which is often added at the end.
Recao Ersatz & Verhältnisse
Der beste Ersatz für Recao ist Cilantro (Coriander Leaf), verwendet im Verhältnis 1:3 (recao:cilantro). Use more cilantro to approximate flavor, but it will be milder and less stable when cooked.
| Ersatz | Verhältnis | Am besten geeignet für |
|---|---|---|
| Cilantro (Coriander Leaf) Am besten | 1:3 (recao:cilantro) | Use more cilantro to approximate flavor, but it will be milder and less stable when cooked. |
| Parsley + Cumin | 1:1 (parsley) + pinch cumin | Milder, but can provide some green freshness and earthy depth. |
| Vietnamese Coriander (Rau Ram) | 1:1 | Similar pungent, herbaceous notes, but with a peppery/spicy kick. |
| Arugula | 1:2 | Less similar, but provides a peppery, green, slightly bitter note for freshness in a pinch. |
Wie man Recao auswählt & lagert
- Look for fresh, vibrant green leaves without wilting or yellowing.
- Often found in Latin American or Asian markets.
Womit passt Recao gut zusammen?
- Sofrito
- stews
- soups
- rice and beans
- ceviche
- grilled meats.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Wie schmeckt Recao?
Pungent, fresh, strong cilantro-like, earthy, garlicky Intense, pungent, distinctly cilantro-like
Was ist ein guter Ersatz für Recao?
Der beste Ersatz ist Cilantro (Coriander Leaf) (1:3 (recao:cilantro)). Use more cilantro to approximate flavor, but it will be milder and less stable when cooked.
Wie wählt und lagert man Recao?
Look for fresh, vibrant green leaves without wilting or yellowing. Often found in Latin American or Asian markets.