Coriander honey: properties, composition and uses

Coriander honey represents an indicatively recently produced food as the coriander plant originates in the territories of Eastern Europe and the Middle East and has recently been grown in Italy. Despite this, the marketing of this type of honey is really gaining ground in our area. It is in fact a food in great demand and used in various different sectors such as the culinary and curative sectors.

Coriander plant

coriander is a medicinal herbaceous species that aesthetically resembles parsley. the appearance of the plant is characterized by green leaves and small white flowers that grow like an umbrella structure. The coriander flowers are very popular with our beloved bees . The rarity of coriander honey, however, depends on the fact that the nectar of this plant is strongly influenced by the weather conditions and usually the plant produces it at intervals of time, even every 5 or 6 years. Finding availability of coriander nectar is therefore a very difficult task for bees, for this reason, productions of this are very much in demand and appreciated.

Historical notes

coriander is one of the oldest plants ever. Its origins are so far away that it was already used within the Egyptian civilization. The plant has also often been mentioned in the Bible and its seeds were used in the tombs of the pharaohs as a sign of good luck and wealth. Even the Romans used it and used it both as a medicinal herb and as a condiment to sweeten foods.

A highly sought after product

Coriander honey is a very rare type. Coriander crops are not very widespread and therefore consequently it is a difficult substance to find. It is a highly sought after and highly refined product. Its flavor is very particular and its beneficial properties are truly vast.

Taste of coriander honey

If you are wondering what coriander honey tastes like the answer is: unique and particular. Its aromatic notes allow you to perceive a flavor predominantly sweet enriched by the presence of a slightly spicy aftertaste and spicy, which persists. This honey creates an unusual balance between sweet and salty. Its slightly spicy taste therefore makes it really special when combined with some herbal teas but also with savory dishes! As for its smell instead, it is possible to smell sweet aromas almost comparable to those of coconut with some very fresh balsamic notes. Its crystallization is on average fast but never occurs completely and its color tends to pale orange.

Uses of coriander honey

Excellent as a natural sweetener , coriander honey is not only used to sweeten tea, herbal teas and infusions but its use in the culinary field is very varied and colorful. This honey is very much appreciated when it is combined with meat or particular aged cheeses. Its greatest use is found in dishes containing beef and chicken, whose flavors blend really well. As we all know, however, honey in general is not limited to performing a simple function of sweetener but has many hidden potentials including, above all, the innumerable beneficial properties for health .

Nutritional properties and health benefits

Coriander honey is very effective in fighting many problems related to our health. Its use is excellent in case of intestinal problems , to combat constipation but also to counter the appearance of colic, bloating and gastritis. Its positive incidence has also been demonstrated in the case of ulcers. The healing properties of coriander honey are truly amazing. Among its benefits we find above all:

• Improvement of blood circulation;
• High concentration of antioxidants;
• Natural antibiotic function;
• Stimulation towards good digestion and relief in case of nausea;
• Presence of important elements such as iron, copper and manganese.

As for the nutritional properties, 100g of coriander honey contains: Protein (0.8 grams), Carbohydrates (81.5 grams) and zero Fat. For optimal use, it is advisable to use honey without overdoing it. To get all the benefits, a teaspoon in the morning at breakfast time is enough, while for those who use it as an intestinal stabilizer it is better to always take a moderate amount in the evening in order to encourage good digestion after meals. The ideal would be at least half an hour before going to bed.

Where to buy coriander honey

For the purchase of coriander honey , choose Apicoltura Laterza! We are a leader in the wholesale of high quality honey . Buying honey online is very simple. Just visit our section Honey , select the type you are interested in and you will be able to read all its properties and related descriptions. When you have chosen the product you are interested in, simply select the quantity and then add it to the cart. You will complete the order by entering your data. All in a few clicks!

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