Spices and Aromatic Herbs
Organic Coriander
Organic coriander, obtained from the ripe seeds of organically grown coriander plants; an aromatic product used in spices, seasonings and various food applications, thanks to its distinctive aroma and characteristic seed structure.
General Information
Organic coriander is obtained by harvesting, drying and cleaning the seeds of coriander plants grown under organic production conditions once they have ripened. The seeds’ distinctive aroma, colour and physical structure are the product’s main features. Seed integrity, colour, aroma, moisture and foreign matter control are the main criteria in assessing product quality.
Coriander is one of the aromatic seeds used in different culinary cultures. Whole seeds can be used directly in food products, or ground for the production of coriander spice or used as a raw material in different spice and seasoning blends.
Uses
Organic coriander can be used in various food and spice applications:
- Spices and spice blends
- Meat and meat products
- Bread and bakery products
- Pickles and canned products
- Sauces, seasonings and marinades
- Ready meals and packaged food products
- Production of ground spices
- Various product formulations in the food industry
The product’s particle size, seed integrity, cleanliness level, colour, moisture and aroma characteristics can be assessed according to the intended use and customer specifications.
Analytical constituents
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤ 10 | % |
| Volatile oil | min 0.5 | ml/100 g |
| Crude ash | ≤ 8 | % |
| Acid-insoluble ash | ≤ 1.5 | % |
| Foreign matter | ≤ 0.5 | % |
The parameters stated above represent generally accepted values and may vary by batch; binding values are communicated at the time of enquiry during the resulting discussions.