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Presentatie is belangrijk - of het nu gaat om een zakelijk voorstel of een culinair meesterwerk. Vind je van niet? En wat is een van de meest gebruikte ingrediënten om een gerecht te garneren en te presenteren? Ja, het is koriander. Dit wonderkruid heeft niet alleen de kracht om de smaak en het gevoel van een gerecht te versterken, maar het kan ook op verschillende manieren uw gezondheid ten goede komen. Lees verder om meer te weten.

Inhoudsopgave

  • Wat is koriander?
  • 10 geweldige voordelen van het toevoegen van koriander aan uw dieet
  • Voedingsprofiel van koriander
  • 3 smakelijke traktaties met koriander
  • Effecten van overdosis koriander

Wat is koriander?

Een lid van de familie Apiaceae of Umbelliferae, koriander (Coriandrum sativum) is een kruid dat in de volksmond bekend staat onder de Spaanse naam. Dit fantastische ingrediënt heeft verschillende namen in verschillende delen van de wereld: koriander, Chinese peterselie, dhaniya, coriandolo, kusthumbari, enzovoort. Dat getuigt van het feit dat het een wereldwijde culinaire sensatie is.

De oorsprong van Cilantro is terug te voeren tot Zuid-Europa en de Middellandse Zee. Het is een van de oudste specerijen in de geschiedenis die al 7000 jaar wordt gebruikt (1). Er zou enige logica moeten zitten achter het gebruik ervan gedurende meer dan 70 eeuwen, vind je niet?

Cilantro zit vol met voedingsstoffen en heeft een veelvoud aan toepassingen en voordelen. Hier is een lijst met alle voordelen die het voor u en uw gezondheid doet.

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10 geweldige voordelen van het toevoegen van koriander aan uw dieet

Voordelen van Cilantro - 10 geweldige voordelen van het toevoegen van Cilantro aan uw dieet
Voordelen van Cilantro - 10 geweldige voordelen van het toevoegen van Cilantro aan uw dieet

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1. Voorkomt tumorvorming en groei

De actieve stoffen in koriander, zoals ftaliden en terpenoïden, stimuleren de productie van specifieke enzymen. Deze zetten de tumor veroorzakende ionen en verbindingen om in minder giftige vormen. Deze activiteit stopt de vorming en groei van tumoren (2).

2. Ontgift uw lichaam

Cilantro heeft een van de beste biochemische profielen onder de kruiden die je lichaam kunnen verjongen. De terpenoïden, polyacetylenen en carotenoïden vangen de schadelijke vrije radicalen en reactieve zuurstofsoorten in het bloed op. Een glas koriander crush zal alle gifstoffen uit je lichaam spoelen.

3. Is een natuurlijke pijnstiller en ontstekingsremmend middel

Korianderzaad (ook wel koriander genoemd) heeft een pijnstillende werking. Ze verminderen de pijn door in te werken op de centrale pijnreceptoren. Linalool is de actieve stof die Cilantro deze eigenschap geeft (3).

4. Helpt bij de spijsvertering - geneest maagkrampen

Voordelen van koriander - bevordert de spijsvertering - geneest maagkrampen
Voordelen van koriander - bevordert de spijsvertering - geneest maagkrampen

According to traditional scholars, coriander prevents the rising of harmful gases from the stomach to the brain. Modern medicine has found that cilantro and its oil can be used as carminatives (4).

5. Helps In Weight Loss

According to Ayurveda, coriander seed decoction reduces blood lipid levels. The sterols present in the seeds and leaves inhibit the absorption of dietary cholesterol, thereby preventing weight gain (5).

6. Has Anti-diabetic Properties

Traditional medicine in Jordan, Morocco, Persia, and Saudi Arabia used cilantro leaves for treating diabetes. The leaves contain higher levels of potent anti-inflammatory flavonols like quercetin, tannins, and sterols, which give the anti-diabetic nature to this herb.(6)

7. Treats Urinary Tract Infections(UTIs) – Improves Kidney Functioning

Dealing with UTI gets much easier when you have coriander seeds in your kitchen. These seeds enhance the urine filtration rate of kidneys, leading to quicker urine generation. This reduces water retention in the body. Also, your body gets rid of all the toxins and microbes, keeping the urinary system clean.

8. Works Wonders For Your Skin

Voordelen van Cilantro - doet wonderen voor uw huid
Voordelen van Cilantro - doet wonderen voor uw huid

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Cilantro is known for its antioxidant properties. The leaves and coriander seeds contain terpenoids, sterols, polyphenols, aromatic acids, and carotenoids, which scavenge the free radicals and heavy metals and manage oxidative stress in your body.

Essential oils or extracts of cilantro can cure bacterial or fungal infections of the skin (including pimples and acne) by purifying your blood.

9. Boosts Memory Power And Brain Functioning

A combination of the antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, and cholesterol-lowering activities of this wonder herb bring about this effect on the brain. The neurons get less exposed to oxidative stress, resulting in a better lifespan, leading to better memory.

This cognitive effect of cilantro on memory and the nervous system is being applied to manage patients with Alzheimer’s disease.

10. Is An Antibacterial, Antifungal, And Anthelmintic Agent

Apart from doing all the good to your body, cilantro and coriander seeds have antibacterial and antifungal properties. Thanks to the bioactive compounds, cilantro can also kill parasites in your body (anthelmintic).

This property is exploited not only in medicine but is also applied to food preservation and preventing spoilage (3). That means you can store meat, fish, grain, vegetables, etc. with some coriander seeds or suitable extracts for extended periods.

But what gives cilantro these characteristic properties? Let’s find out.

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Nutritional Profile Of Cilantro

The bioactive compounds are responsible for each of the benefits of cilantro. Here’s a glance at its nutritional profile:

Saturated Fat 0g Trans Fat Cholesterol 0mg Sodium 2mg Total Carbohydrate 0g Dietary Fiber 0g Sugars 0g Calcium Iron Amounts Per Selected Serving Vitamin A Vitamin C Vitamin D Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol) Vitamin K Thiamin Riboflavin Niacin Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Pantothenic Acid Choline Betaine Amounts Per Selected Serving Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium Fluoride

I was floored when I read about its importance in ancient medicine and housekeeping. Scroll down for more facts about cilantro leaves and seeds and their benefits.

Facts For You
  • The leaves of the Coriandrum sativum plant are called cilantro, and the seeds are called coriander seeds.
  • The upper leaves of the plant are thin and blade-like, whereas, the lower ones are denser and defined with smaller incisions.
  • Egyptian tombs were found to have coriander seeds in their cases, indicating their medicinal properties.
  • Turkey, Pakistan, and other Middle Eastern countries use cilantro as one of the active ingredients in their herbal formulations.
  • Cilantro has flavonoids that help by relieving menstrual cramps and muscle spasms.
  • Did you know that cilantro has insecticidal properties as well?

This is why I love this herb. You can have it in any form and get the maximum benefits – be it a juice, a sauce, a garnish, a dip, in a cooler, or as medicine.

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Anything that I cook should be quick, tasty, healthy, filling, refreshing, and relatable. Below, I’m going to share a few of my comfort food recipes with cilantro. You are so going to love them!

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3 Tasty Treats With Cilantro

1. Cilantro Shallot Green Salad: Refreshing And Healthy

LBenefits Of Cilantro - Cilantro Shallot Green Salad Refreshing And Healthy
LBenefits Of Cilantro - Cilantro Shallot Green Salad Refreshing And Healthy

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You’ll Need
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil or sunflower oil
  • 1 cup evenly sliced, sautéed (or crispy fried) shallots
  • 150 g asparagus spears, very thinly sliced
  • 1 fresh big bunch of cilantro leaves and stems
  • ½ teaspoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt (sea salt works best)
  • ½ cup peanut, well-toasted
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • Garlic pods, chopped or sliced half (optional)
Let’s Make It
  1. Boil water in a medium saucepan, add salt generously, and cook asparagus for about 15 seconds.
  2. Drain and quickly transfer them to a bowl of ice. Drain again and set aside.
  3. Trim and wash the cilantro leaves and stems thoroughly. Dry them completely.
  4. Whisk the soy sauce, salt, sugar, and oil.
  5. Place the cilantro, peanuts, asparagus, and sesame seeds in a large bowl.
  6. Drizzle the soy dressing over the contents and gently (but thoroughly) toss the bowl for a uniform spread.
  7. You can add some sautéed cottage cheese cubes if you want a refined texture.
  8. Serve with fresh, warm, homemade (garlic) bread on the side.

2. Lime Cilantro Rice: Super Quick And Refreshing

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LBenefits Of Cilantro - Lime Cilantro Rice Super Quick And Refreshing

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You’ll Need
  • 1 ½ cups long grain basmati rice (you can replace it with brown rice)
  • 2-3 tablespoons cooking oil (or olive oil)
  • 1-2 pods garlic, chopped or minced
  • 2 ¼ cups water (reduce the water quantity if you are using brown rice)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice, fresh
  • 1 cup chopped cilantro leaves and tender stalks
Let’s Make It
  1. Heat the cooking oil or olive oil in a medium saucepan. Add garlic and sauté until it turns golden brown.
  2. Add the raw rice and stir well to coat all of it with oil uniformly.
  3. Cook while occasionally stirring until the rice turns brown.
  4. Add water, lemon zest, and salt to the rice. Mix well and bring it to a boil. Stir occasionally.
  5. Cover the saucepan and leave it on simmer for about 15 minutes.
  6. Turn down the heat, mix the contents, and let it sit for 10 minutes.
  7. Transfer the rice to a mixing bowl. Add lime juice and chopped cilantro to it. Toss gently to coat the rice uniformly.
  8. Place it in a serving bowl and have it with chicken, shrimp, steak, cottage cheese (paneer) or Asian curries.

3. Cilantro Chicken: Tasty And Filling

Benefits Of Cilantro - Cilantro Chicken Tasty And Filling
Benefits Of Cilantro - Cilantro Chicken Tasty And Filling

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You’ll Need
  • 4 boneless chicken breast halves
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 5-6 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (cooking oil will do too)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
Let’s Make It
  1. Pound the chicken breasts into half-inch thick pieces and place them in a shallow dish.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the lime juice, cilantro, honey, oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour over the breast pieces and turn them to coat the mixture evenly.
  4. Cover the pieces and chill to marinate for at least 30 minutes. Marinate overnight for best results.
  5. Lay them on a grill on medium heat. Turn them occasionally, and cook for 4-6 minutes per side. Do this until the pieces are no longer pink in the center.
  6. If you don’t have a grill, cook them on a frying pan with one to two tablespoons of oil over medium heat.
  7. Serve them hot with some flavored rice, pita bread or boiled, sautéed veggies on the side.

I have made all of these and wished to have more of cilantro in a day. As per the nutrition data, you are allowed to eat about one-fourth cup per day. It has almost zero calories and no fat.

So, can you eat 10 g of cilantro a day? Or have the cilantro salad thrice a day? Where and when do you draw the line? And if you overate cilantro, what would happen? Scroll down to know the dark side.

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Effects Of Cilantro Overdose

1. Interacts With Heavy Metals

Cilantro has chelation effects on the heavy metal ions in your body. The bioactive components interact with mercury, cadmium, tin, and lead and mobilize them – causing their excretion (5).

Any implants (dental, splints, or fracture supports) made of these metals will get eroded if you overeat cilantro.

2. Might Cause Photosensitivity

Some studies suggest that cilantro and coriander seeds can cause photosensitivity. Your skin becomes very sensitive and almost allergic to sun rays. The exact mechanism of how this works is still not well-studied.

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Conclusion

After reading so much about cilantro, all I have to say is, “Get yourself a sapling and grow loads of it in your garden.” You need this herb and the spice in your kitchen for all the above reasons.

Try the recipes and write back to us in the comments section below.

Expert’s Answers For Readers’ Questions

How is parsley different from cilantro?

Parsley and cilantro belong to the same family and look similar. However, when you closely examine, parsley leaves have pointed ends, whereas cilantro leaves have curled ends.

In terms of flavor, cilantro is stronger than parsley. Also, the seeds of cilantro, called coriander, are more aromatic and are commonly used in cooking. Parsley seeds have not been used as much.

How to store cilantro for a longer time?

Fill a small jar or glass partially with water. Place the stem ends in the jar. This way, you can store them at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

If you are storing in the refrigerator, cover the leaves of the submerged cilantro with a loose, plastic bag. The leaves will not wilt and stay fresh for about two weeks. Change the water when it gets dirty for better results.

In what forms can you eat cilantro?

You can add the stems and leaves of cilantro to salads, sides, and main courses as garnish. You can grind cilantro to make pesto and dips and add it to juices or coolers. Dried cilantro and coriander seeds can be used in spice mixes too.

Cilantro tincture is used as a part of medical formulations. It is used in combination with other herbs to cure indigestion, respiratory troubles, heavy metal poisoning, bacterial infections, diabetes, and vitamin K deficiency.

References

  1. “Cilantro and coriander” United States Botanic Garden
  2. "Gezondheidsbevorderende eigenschappen van …" The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
  3. "Koriander (Coriandrum sativum L.) …" Het Aziatische tijdschrift voor tropische biogeneeskunde, ScienceDirect
  4. "Preventie en behandeling van winderigheid …" Amerikaanse National Library of Medicine
  5. "Koriander (Coriandrum sativum) en zijn …" Amerikaanse National Library of Medicine
  6. "Plantaardige secundaire metabolieten van farmacologische …" International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences

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