Description: in Asia, the leaves of the coriander plant are used most often. They are usually added at the end of cooking, as heat destroys much of their flavor. In Europe, the seeds of the plant are used: as a seasoning for sausages in Germany, to flavor bread in eastern Russia, and in Belgium together with orange peel to spice wheat beer.
Characteristics: coriander seeds taste similar to black pepper, but with soft lemony notes.
How to use: coriander seeds feature heavily in Indian cuisine. They are a key ingredient in garam masala and various curries, along with cumin. Besides seasoning, they also act as a thickener in these dishes. A main ingredient in many traditional Portuguese dishes.
Montosco
Montosco is a premium Italian brand of herbs and spices, known for its 100% natural, high-quality products, and part of the La Collina Toscana S.r.l. group. Based in Italy, the company focuses on combining traditional, sustainable farming with modern technology to deliver fresh, intense flavors from field to table.
It has over 25 years of experience in the food industry. It was founded with the mission of preserving the authentic flavors of Italian cuisine through sustainable and natural methods.
The company's production plant is located close to its fields, mainly in Calabria, which allows the herbs to be processed within 24 hours of harvest to guarantee maximum freshness.
Montosco is strongly committed to sustainability, using 100% recyclable and eco-friendly packaging, such as glass jars and specially designed refillable grinders.
Besides Italian staples such as oregano, rosemary and basil, they offer a wide range of international spices and salts. The brand is known for its stylish and functional packaging, suited to both home cooks and professionals.
The brand has expanded globally, with a significant presence in the USA, supplying partners such as Wegmans. In 2021 La Collina Toscana won the Italian Food Award at Anuga in the Spices category for its line
