Cilantro is a pungent herb, rich in essential vitamins and an excellent digestive aid. Here are some the most popular ways to cook with it.
Instructions
1. Cilantro is a great addition to Mexican food, either as part of a "salsa" (traditional Mexican sauce) or just added in small bits to beef or other meat filling in a taco or burrito. Look for cilantro options in Mexican restaurants.
2. Use cilantro as a marinade. With just a few other ingredients such as, olive oil, salt, and garlic, cilantro can spice up a cut of meat. Let the marinade sit for several hours prior to cooking for the best taste.
3. Use cilantro in salads. A bit of fresh cilantro will taste great mixed with the traditional lettuce and tomato combination of a green salad. Other salad uses include "cilantro slaw" and different mixes of greens including cilantro.
4. Use cilantro in a stew or soup. This can be a good way to cook with cilantro, if the ingredients compliment each other. As cilantro has a "green" taste, it is not recommended for use with some other strong ingredients, but overall, a small quantity of cilantro is a great addition.
5. Use cilantro with in a green curry dish. The different types of curry paste or powder available in Asian stores each have ingredients that complement them. One great recommendation is a green curry paste with cilantro and a touch of brown sugar. Try it over rice or noodles, with vegetables, tofu, or meat.
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