Coriander: why you either love it or hate it

The Editors, 06.11.2025

You're either a huge fan or you can’t stand it: Coriander is one of the most polarizing herbs in the culinary world. For some, it's indispensable; for others, its flavor reminds them of soap. It turns out the reason for this divide lies in our genes.

It is impossible to imagine many dishes around the world without coriander. The fresh leaves and dried seeds are used in numerous cuisines — from Asian curries and Vietnamese pho soups to Mexican salsas, Middle Eastern stews and chutneys. Coriander is also appearing more frequently in Mediterranean cooking, for example in salads or marinades.

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Coriander: why you either love it or hate it