How to pick coriander leaves?
coriander leaves are often used in Indian cuisine. It is mainly used in curry dishes, soups, pickles and chutneys. They have a pungent aroma and a slightly bitter taste. To pick coriander leaves, make sure you wash them in plenty of water to remove any dirt. When you have clean coriander leaves, start plucking them from the plant. You should pluck the leaves from the lower part of the plant as they will grow back.
How to pick back coriander seeds?
The seeds of coriander are also edible. To harvest the seeds, snip the leafy upper part of the plant and place the cuttings in a glass jar with enough water to cover them. Leave it to ferment for a week, then strain the water. Add baking soda to the water, then let it sit for another week. After straining, the water will turn milky and the seeds will sink to the bottom.
How to pick coriander seeds?
You can also remove the seeds from the stalk by simply tearing the roots apart. The seeds can be left to dry on the plants to ensure they don’t turn rancid.
How to pick seed coriander?
Coriander is a beautiful annual herb that can be grown in almost any sunny spot. You can grow it as a ground-level or half-submersed plant. When harvesting coriander leaves, you should pick them when the plant reaches about half its full size. For optimum results, pick coriander leaves when the plant is dry. Dryness helps preserve the leaves’ color and their flavor.
How to pick back coriander?
When it’s time to pick back coriander, snip the roots. Most varieties grow about two to three feet tall, so you can easily reach them. Just make sure to snip the roots, not the tender leaves. You can also do a little bit of trimming to keep the plant looking tidy.