Cumin & Coriander are the Peanut Butter & Jelly (I prefer Almond Butter & Rose Jam) of spicesthey are each other’s BFFs. 
They go so well togetherthey compliment each other in cuisines around the worldTurkishLebaneseCubanMexican and Indian. Cumin gives a musky perfume and coriander is more citrus-likeeven a little dusty.
I am in LOVE with Cumin… I love the taste and the smellI add it to my soupsstewssteamed veggiessalads.. you name it I add Cumin to it. As far as Coriander goesI only add it to my recipes when I remember or when the recipe calls for itbut now that I know they are match made in spice heaven I will be using them both on everything 
Coriander is considered anti-diabetic as studies suggest of its ability to control blood sugar. It has also long been used for its anti-inflammatoryanti-bacterial and detoxifying power in eastern cultures. Other health benefits of Coriander include;
- Protects against the Salmonella Bacteria
- Aids in digestion and helps settle the stomach
- Protects against urinary tract infections
- Prevents nausea
- Relieves intestinal gas
- Lowers bad cholesterol (LDL) and raises good cholesterol (HDL)
- A good source of Iron & Magnesium
Unlike CorianderCumin is only used in seed (or ground). The cumin seed packs a major flavor punch and works really well with cinnamoncayenne and ground herbs like oregano and thyme. Cumin is known as a good source of iron as well as a digestive aid. Other health benefits of cumin include;
- Building healthy bloodit is an antidote for anemia
- Strengthenin the immune system
- Prenatal health – it is believed to make childbirth easier
- Lactation – improves the milk supply of a nursing mother
- Insomnia
- Speed recovery from Amnesia
- Digestive functions – it is believed to increase production of pancreatic enzymes and therefore aid digestion
- Cold and respiratory ailments
- Kidney health
- Healthy metabolism
– boosts the metabolic rate and facilitates the absorption of nutrients throughout the body.
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After reading this I decided to use this Dynamic Duo with my new found foodPolenta for dinner
- 1 cup instant Polenta
- 2/3 cup Black beans
- 2/3 cup Pento beans
- 1 tbsp Cumin
- 1tbsp Coriander
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- Dash of salt
- 1/2 cup Cheese (mexican or mazzarella) – Optional
Cooking Direction: Serves 4
- Bring 3 cups of water to boil and add polentalower the heat and let simmer
- Add all ingredients to the polenta and stir
- Pour polenta in a baking dish and bake until golden on top
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Fresh Tomato Salsa
- 2-3 med sized fresh tomatoes finely diced
- 1/2 red onionfinely diced
- 1 jalapeño chili pepper (stemsribsseeds removed)finely diced
- Juice of one lime
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cumin to taste
Combine all ingredients togetherit is best to make this ahead for the flavors to combine.
I put a dab of Greek Yogurt on top just because I love yogurt with spicy food and was craving steamed green beans so I had some of that as well.
Verdict is that I enjoyed it… I enjoy the texture of Polenta.. and I thought it went well with the Salsa and greek yogurt.
Gelareh
Cumin & Coriander are the Peanut Butter & Jelly (I prefer Almond Butter & Rose Jam) of spicesthey are each other’s BFFs.
They go so well togetherthey compliment each other in cuisines around the worldTurkishLebaneseCubanMexican and Indian. Cumin gives a musky perfume and coriander is more citrus-likeeven a little dusty.
I am in LOVE with Cumin… I love the taste and the smellI add it to my soupsstewssteamed veggiessalads.. you name it I add Cumin to it. As far as Coriander goesI only add it to my recipes when I remember or when the recipe calls for itbut now that I know they are match made in spice heaven I will be using them both on everything
Coriander is considered anti-diabetic as studies suggest of its ability to control blood sugar. It has also long been used for its anti-inflammatoryanti-bacterial and detoxifying power in eastern cultures. Other health benefits of Coriander include;
- Protects against the Salmonella Bacteria
- Aids in digestion and helps settle the stomach
- Protects against urinary tract infections
- Prevents nausea
- Relieves intestinal gas
- Lowers bad cholesterol (LDL) and raises good cholesterol (HDL)
- A good source of Iron & Magnesium
Unlike CorianderCumin is only used in seed (or ground). The cumin seed packs a major flavor punch and works really well with cinnamoncayenne and ground herbs like oregano and thyme. Cumin is known as a good source of iron as well as a digestive aid. Other health benefits of cumin include;
- Building healthy bloodit is an antidote for anemia
- Strengthenin the immune system
- Prenatal health – it is believed to make childbirth easier
- Lactation – improves the milk supply of a nursing mother
- Insomnia
- Speed recovery from Amnesia
- Digestive functions – it is believed to increase production of pancreatic enzymes and therefore aid digestion
- Cold and respiratory ailments
- Kidney health
- Healthy metabolism
– boosts the metabolic rate and facilitates the absorption of nutrients throughout the body.
*-*-*-*-*-*
After reading this I decided to use this Dynamic Duo with my new found foodPolenta for dinner
- 1 cup instant Polenta
- 2/3 cup Black beans
- 2/3 cup Pento beans
- 1 tbsp Cumin
- 1tbsp Coriander
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- Dash of salt
- 1/2 cup Cheese (mexican or mazzarella) – Optional
Cooking Direction: Serves 4
- Bring 3 cups of water to boil and add polentalower the heat and let simmer
- Add all ingredients to the polenta and stir
- Pour polenta in a baking dish and bake until golden on top
*-*-*-*-*-*-*
Fresh Tomato Salsa
- 2-3 med sized fresh tomatoes finely diced
- 1/2 red onionfinely diced
- 1 jalapeño chili pepper (stemsribsseeds removed)finely diced
- Juice of one lime
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cumin to taste
Combine all ingredients togetherit is best to make this ahead for the flavors to combine.
I put a dab of Greek Yogurt on top just because I love yogurt with spicy food and was craving steamed green beans
so I had some of that as well.
Verdict is that I enjoyed it… I enjoy the texture of Polenta.. and I thought it went well with the Salsa and greek yogurt.
Gelareh