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Coriander seed

Coriander seed is a warm, citrus-scented spice used whole or ground in curries, pickles, spice blends, and baked goods.

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About Coriander seed

Coriander seed is the dried fruit of the coriander plant, commonly sold whole or ground as a spice. It seasons curries, pickles, sausages, soups, stews, spice blends, breads, cakes, and some drinks.

Whole pieces are small, round, ribbed, and tan to light brown, with a warm, sweet, citrus-like aroma and lightly peppery, woody notes. Grinding releases the aroma quickly, while toasting can deepen the flavour before use. The whole spice may be crushed or added directly.

Ground coriander disperses more evenly through mixtures, while whole seed contributes a more distinct texture until crushed. This identity refers to dried coriander fruit sold as seed, not fresh coriander leaf or coriander root. Products in spice blends also include other ingredients.

Ingredient type
seasoning

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Local names for coriander seed

Names and romanised forms to recognise on menus and labels.

English

coriander seed

English

coriander seed (whole or pieces)

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English

Coriander seed, dried, ground

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Coriander seed nutrition & diet

Coriander seed nutritional value

Spices, coriander seed

Per 100 g of the edible portion in the recorded food form.

Calories
298kcal
Protein
12.4g
Carbs
55.0g
Fat
17.8g

Reference values for the specific food form shown. Other varieties, brands and preparations can differ.

Portions & preparation

Specify whole or ground coriander seed and whether it is raw, toasted, or cooked in oil. Use the amount in the finished dish, separating the seed from curry powders, pickling liquids, baked goods, or other blends whose additional ingredients alter the represented preparation.

Compare the right form: Match references to coriander seed as whole, ground, raw, toasted, or oil-cooked, and identify any spice blend or recipe additions.

Diet considerations

Coriander seed is plant-origin spice. Plain seed differs from curry powder, sausage seasoning, pickles, baked goods, and sauces that may include animal products, dairy, or cereal ingredients. Compatibility depends on the complete blend or recipe, while the seed’s contribution remains portion-dependent when used as seasoning.

AI-authored reading notes · Awaiting editorial review. Measured values, where available, have a separate source above.

Dietary compatibility

  • Vegan
    Typically compatible
  • Vegetarian
    Typically compatible
  • Pescatarian
    Typically compatible
  • Keto
    Not established
  • Paleo
    May be compatible
  • Low-carb
    Not established
  • Halal
    Not established
  • Kosher
    Not established
What these diet assessments mean
Vegan · Typically compatible
The plain ingredient profile is plant, fungal or mineral based. Added ingredients in a prepared product need a separate check.
Vegetarian · Typically compatible
The plain ingredient profile is plant, fungal or mineral based. Added ingredients in a prepared product need a separate check.
Pescatarian · Typically compatible
The plain ingredient profile is plant, fungal or mineral based. Added ingredients in a prepared product need a separate check.
Keto · Not established
A defined serving and sourced carbohydrate data are needed before assessing this dietary pattern.
Paleo · May be compatible
May fit a paleo pattern, depending on the cut or form, processing and added ingredients.
Low-carb · Not established
A defined serving and sourced carbohydrate data are needed before assessing this dietary pattern.
Halal · Not established
Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish halal status.
Kosher · Not established
Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish kosher status.

For the plain ingredient · Awaiting review. Diet compatibility is not allergy suitability or halal/kosher certification. Keto and low-carb depend on the portion.

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Sources & review

Nutrition reference: USDA FoodData Central — Spices, coriander seed ↗. Values are scaled from 100 g of the recorded edible form. Individual portions have no assumed fixed weight.

Expanded overview, name examples and nutrition notes are database drafts awaiting editorial review. Numeric nutrition values, where shown, have their own source and food-form reference.

The ingredient description and dish connections come from the draft catalogue and may change after review.

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