Coriander seeds are the dried fruits of the coriander plant. They are also known as coriander fruits or cilantro seeds. The coriander plant is native to southwestern Asia and the Mediterranean region, and its seeds are used in a wide variety of cuisines around the world.
Coriander seeds can be used whole or ground. Whole coriander seeds are often used in pickling spices and curry blends. Ground coriander is a common ingredient in garam masala, a blend of spices used in Indian cuisine. It is also used in chili powder, taco seasoning, and other spice blends.
