A versatile spice for savory cooking, whole coriander seeds add bright, citrus-forward warmth to vegetables, masalas, and spice blends. Stir into pickling brines for subtle sweetness and aromatic lift. Lightly toasting the seeds enhances their essential oils and deepens flavor. For optimal freshness, crack or grind whole seeds just before use. Coriander also complements sweet applications, lending gentle complexity to cookies, cakes, and other baked goods.