A spicy & tasty journey into an
authentic Indian cuisines. Discover the joy of quick, easy, healthy & culinary benefits of Coriander Powder.
Coriander powder (or
popularly known as dhania powder) is one of the most important ingredient
in almost all Indian cuisines which includes kadhai paneer, bhindi masala, matar
paneer , gobhi matar and many more. Its not only famous for Indian cuisines but
also international cuisines especially for Latin American & Mexican cuisines.
The specialty of coriander powder is that this powder blends
into the flavors of the dish and does not have a flavor that distinctly stands
out. Besides being a taste additive, coriander powder has a
lovely, mild aroma that stimulates ones appetite. Also, it has great
medicinal value too with curative & cooling properties and aids digestion.
Coriander powder is easily available
in any store within India. But it is advisable to select just not buy any
packed powder but the original one which keeps quality and brand intact. We are
listing down how to select , its culinary uses and health benefits.
How to Select:
• If buying ready made powder, do so from a trusted grocer to avoid contamination. Check the seal of the package and the use-by date. The best brand available is Shalimar Coriander Powder.
Culinary Uses:
• A combination of coriander and cumin seeds powdered together is popularly used in Indian dishes.
• Coriander powder is widely used in south Indian preparations, especially rasam, kara kuzhambu and many more dishes.
• It is one of the essential ingredients of many curries and gravies as it assist in giving it a mild aroma that instigates the appetite.
• This powder is also used in pancake and waffle mixes imparting a pleasing and amazing taste to it.
• We can keep it in pepper mill so that it can be used in salads, soups and gravies too.
How to Store:
• Coriander powder should be kept in an opaque, tightly-sealed glass/plastic container in a cool, dark and dry place. In kitchen it is generally stored in closed cabinets.
• To avoid spoilage after opening the packet put a small chunk of ‘asafoetida’ in the container where it was being kept to prevent any kind of spoilage.
Health Benefits:
• Coriander seed has many curative and cooling properties.
• Coriander powder when taken in combination with a pinch of ‘asafoetida’ and ‘rock salt’ is considered an aid to the digestive system.
• It is an appetite stimulant and
aids in the secretion of gastric juices.
• Coriander has pain-relieving properties and is useful in curbing headaches, muscle pain, stiffness and arthritis.
• Coriander powder is good for increasing appetite, and relieving nausea, diarrhoea, flatulence and indigestion.
• It is useful to enhance circulation and relieve fluid retention.
• Coriander has pain-relieving properties and is useful in curbing headaches, muscle pain, stiffness and arthritis.
• Coriander powder is good for increasing appetite, and relieving nausea, diarrhoea, flatulence and indigestion.
• It is useful to enhance circulation and relieve fluid retention.
As stated earlier Shalimar’s authentic
Green Coriander Powder in India made
of natural seeds providing the same raw flavor
& aroma of natural seeds. You can view and buy it on www.shalimarindia.co.in/CHEF-SPICES/Coriander-Powder-c34c38.html 
Coriander Powder in India from coriander
