1. difference: ① coriander: also known as "China coriander", "Mexican coriander" or "coriander leaves", refers to the leaves of this plant. It has a strong fragrance and tastes similar to citrus and spices, but at the same time it has a slight bitterness. Coriander leaves are usually used to make Mexican salsa, Indian curry, Thai green curry and other dishes.
(2) Coriander: also called "coriander seed", "coriander seed" or "coriander powder" refers to the seeds of this plant. It has a slight citrus and woody taste. Coriander is usually used to make Indian curry, Mexican Chili powder, Middle East seasoning and other dishes.
2. Specific usage: ① Coriander leaves: Coriander leaves are most commonly used for raw food, and are often added to salads, Mexican hot sauce, cocktails and other foods to enhance their taste. It can also be chopped and added to hot dishes for cooking, but because the leaves are tender, they should be added before the cooking is over.
2 Coriander: Coriander is usually used in powder form to make vegetables, meat and beans. It can also be directly added to baked goods (such as bread and biscuits) to improve the taste.
3. Personal experience: I often add fresh coriander leaves to my own Mexican spicy sauce, which can bring more aroma and taste to the sauce. For coriander seeds, I usually use them to make Indian curry or Mexican Chili sauce. I will fry them in the pot first, and then grind them into powder and add them to the dish, so that they can be better integrated into the dish and release more rich flavor.