Coriander seeds are the dried fruits of the Coriandrum sativum plant, native to the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern regions and widely cultivated across India. These light brown to yellowish seeds have a warm, citrusy, and nutty flavor with floral undertones. When crushed or ground, they release a sweet, aromatic fragrance that enhances the taste of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.

Coriander seeds are a versatile spice used whole or ground in spice blends such as garam masala, curry powders, pickling spices, and rasam powder. In addition to their culinary value, they are prized for their digestive and anti-inflammatory properties in traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda and Unani.