O Que É 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."
Qual o Sabor de 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%
Informação Nutricional
Per 4g (1/4 cup chopped)Segredo do 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.
Substitutos e Proporções de Cilantro
O melhor substituto para Cilantro é Flat-Leaf Parsley, usado na proporção de 1:1. Similar color and texture, offers fresh herbaceous notes, but lacks cilantro's unique citrusy and pungent flavor.
| Substituto | Proporção | Melhor para |
|---|---|---|
| Flat-Leaf Parsley Melhor | 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. |
Como Escolher e Armazenar Cilantro
- Look for bright green, un-wilted leaves.
- Store in a jar of water in the fridge, covered loosely with a bag.
O Que Combina Bem Com Cilantro?
- Lime
- Chili
- Garlic
- Onions
- Avocado
- Tomatoes
- Seafood
- Chicken
- Lentils
Perguntas frequentes
Qual o sabor de Cilantro?
Bright, fresh, citrusy, peppery, slightly soapy (for some). Bright, Green, Citrus, Earthy
Qual é um bom substituto para Cilantro?
O melhor substituto é Flat-Leaf Parsley (1:1). Similar color and texture, offers fresh herbaceous notes, but lacks cilantro's unique citrusy and pungent flavor.
Como escolher e armazenar Cilantro?
Look for bright green, un-wilted leaves. Store in a jar of water in the fridge, covered loosely with a bag.
