Easy ways to store green coriander for a long time in winter

Green coriander is available in abundance in the winter season, but often there is so much of it that it becomes stale even before it can be used. Due to spoilage, its taste and aroma also gets lost. In such a situation, if you want, you can dry or preserve green coriander and use it for a long time. With this you can enjoy the fresh taste of coriander in every season.

Dry and store coriander

This method of drying and storing excess coriander in the refrigerator is not only easy, but it also preserves the flavor and aroma of coriander.

How to dry green coriander leaves?

1. Clean the coriander:
   • First of all, wash green coriander thoroughly.
   • Remove its stalk and bad leaves.
2. Dry in Sun:
   • After washing, keep the coriander in a strainer to drain off excess water.
   • Keep it in the sun and let the water dry completely.
3. Method of drying in microwave:
   • Place the coriander leaves in the microwave.
   • Dry it by turning it 2-3 times.
   • Take care that the leaves do not burn.
4. Pan-drying option:
   • If you don’t have a microwave, use a pan.
   • Add the leaves to the pan along with the stems.
   • Keep turning gently on low flame until the leaves dry completely.
   • Avoid high flame, as it may burn the leaves.
5. Make Powder:
   • Put the completely dried leaves in a mixer and grind them.
   • Store the prepared coriander powder in an airtight container.

How to use coriander powder?

• This powder tastes similar to the fresh flavor of green coriander.
• Use it in sabzi, curry, pani puri, or any dish.
• Coriander powder will add instant freshness and aroma to your dish.

Advantages:

1. Prevents coriander from spoiling.
2. Coriander gives fresh taste in every season.
3. It is very easy to store and use