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cilantro

[ si-lahn-troh, -lan- ]

noun

  1. the strong-scented leaves of the coriander plant, used in salads or to flavor and garnish food.
  2. the coriander plant.


cilantro

/ ɪˈæԳٰəʊ /

noun

  1. a European umbelliferous plant, Coriandrum sativum, widely cultivated for its aromatic seeds and leaves, used in flavouring food, etc Also called (in Britain and certain other countries)coriander
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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yvlog History and Origins

Origin of cilantro1

1900–05; < Spanish, variant of culantro < Vulgar Latin, dissimilated form of Latin coriandrum coriander
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yvlog History and Origins

Origin of cilantro1

C20: Spanish
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A rich, thick sauce benefits from something bright and snappy to balance it—think freshly chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

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“It’s quite a distinctively Asian flavor and a popular alternative to herbs like rosemary and cilantro to grill, fry and stew meat,” says Wong.

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Be sure to try the tender, flavorful Alentejo pork and pineapple skewer with cilantro, which delivers a huge flavor punch.

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Students planted cilantro in a garden tower, met a local organic farmer who grows red lentils, and learned about corn.

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Like the taste of cilantro and the two-party system, Solo is a topic steeped in deep division.

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