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Poor old coriander has become one of the most divisive herbs in the land\u2026 truly the Marmite of the plant world. Some love it, some positively hate it. The latter has been known to blame their distaste for the Chinese parsley on genetics, while coriander lovers think their aversion is a load of rubbish, made up by fussy eaters.<\/p>\n

Be that fact or fiction, this article is for the coriander fanatics, written expressly for those who long for the herb\u2019s unmistakable sage aroma, its fresh citrusy zest and its peppery finish. And if you\u2019ve stumbled in here by accident, why not check out\u00a0<\/strong>some of our non-coriander rice recipes, right here<\/a>? We\u2019ve got something for everyone.<\/p>\n

What is coriander rice?<\/h2>\n

Coriander rice is enjoyed everywhere. You might see it in a burrito bowl in Mexico, accompanying a fresh and fragrant curry in India, or as a hotter, chilli-infused meal in the Far East. It\u2019s versatile, full of flavour and unmistakable in taste. In its most basic form, it\u2019s basmati rice garnished with coriander, but there\u2019s a lot more to the taste than those two core ingredients. Learn more about this ingredient in or dedicated coriander guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Where does coriander rice come from?<\/h3>\n

Although it\u2019s tricky to pinpoint which nation decided to serve coriander with rice first, it\u2019s generally understood to have started somewhere between Western Asia and Southern Europe, where coriander grows seasonally. Coriander is now harvested and enjoyed all over the world, from Mediterranean islands like Cyprus to landlocked North African countries like Ethiopia.<\/p>\n

Is coriander rice healthy?<\/h3>\n

Coriander rice can absolutely be a healthy dish, as its base is just rice and herbs. Swap out white rice for brown and add lean protein like chicken and plenty of veggies to take it to the next level. Brown rice offers more fibre and nutrients which can keep you fuller for longer. Coriander rice calories depend on the recipe, but it\u2019s around 294 calories for one cup of rice.<\/p>\n

Coriander rice recipe<\/h2>\n

Coriander rice can be served in a few different ways, depending on what kind of main dish it\u2019s accompanying. But the main thing to consider is that it\u2019s not as simple as sprinkling chopped leaves or grinding seeds on top of white rice.<\/p>\n

Coriander rice ingredients<\/h3>\n