¿Qué es 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."
¿A qué sabe 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%
Información Nutricional
Per 4g (1/4 cup chopped)El Secreto del Chef
For maximum flavor, add fresh cilantro at the very end of cooking or as a garnish, as its delicate compounds quickly degrade with heat.
Sustitutos y Proporciones de Cilantro
El mejor sustituto para Cilantro es Flat-Leaf Parsley, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Similar color and texture, offers fresh herbaceous notes, but lacks cilantro's unique citrusy and pungent flavor.
| Sustituto | Proporción | Mejor para |
|---|---|---|
| Flat-Leaf Parsley Mejor | 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. |
Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Cilantro
- Look for bright green, un-wilted leaves.
- Store in a jar of water in the fridge, covered loosely with a bag.
¿Con Qué Combina Bien Cilantro?
- Lime
- Chili
- Garlic
- Onions
- Avocado
- Tomatoes
- Seafood
- Chicken
- Lentils
Preguntas frecuentes
¿A qué sabe Cilantro?
Bright, fresh, citrusy, peppery, slightly soapy (for some). Bright, Green, Citrus, Earthy
¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Cilantro?
El mejor sustituto es Flat-Leaf Parsley (1:1). Similar color and texture, offers fresh herbaceous notes, but lacks cilantro's unique citrusy and pungent flavor.
¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Cilantro?
Look for bright green, un-wilted leaves. Store in a jar of water in the fridge, covered loosely with a bag.