Coriander Seeds, Shelf Life : 24 Month

They are spherical in shape with a slightly pointed and flattened ends. Coriander Seeds are generally 3 - 5 mm (1/8” - 3/16”) in length and the colour, when dried, is usually brown, but may be green or off white. These tan-colored, ribbed and lightweight fruits have a distinctive fragrance and orange or lemon like flavor, due to the presence of the terpenes linalool and pinene. They are usually dried but can be eaten green. They are widely used as spices in preparing pork, curries, Middle Eastern dishes, vegetables, stewed fruit, chutney, pickles, cakes, biscuits, lentils, etc. For obtaining superlative flavour, whole coriander seeds should be used within six months, or stored for no more than a year in an air tight container, away from sunlight and heat.
Use of Coriander Seed:
Usage & Nutrition Value:
Coriander seeds help in healthy digestion. It has anti-oxidant properties which promotes healthy functioning of the liver and bowel movements. Coriander is a rich source of many essential vitamins like folic acid, vitamin C, vitamin A and beta carotene. Coriander is quite effective for curing various skin diseases like eczema, itchy skin, Early research suggests that drinking a specific tea containing fennel, senna, licorice, orange peel, cassia cinnamon, coriander, and ginger (Smooth Move by Traditional Medicinal) for one month can reduce constipation in older people. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). when used along with usual treatment, taking 30 drops of a product containing lemon balm, spearmint, and coriander three times daily after meals for 8 weeks reduces stomach pain and discomfort in people with IBS. Stomach upset Loss of appetite. Spasms. Intestinal gas (flatulence). Diarrhea. Bacterial or fungal infections. Measles. Hemorrhoids. Toothaches. Nausea. Painful hernia. Worms. Joint pain. Other conditions. More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of coriander for these uses.