Get to know Vietnamese coriander

Vietnamese coriander (Persicaria odorata) is a member of the knotweed family and is also known as Vietnamese mint or Rau Ram. It's a tender perennial and thrives from late spring to early autumn.

Is Vietnamese coriander the same as cilantro?
Is Vietnamese mint the same as Vietnamese coriander?
What can you do with Vietnamese coriander?
What does Vietnamese coriander smell like?
How do you keep Vietnamese coriander?
Do Vietnamese use cilantro?
Can you cook with Vietnamese coriander?
Why is my Vietnamese mint dying?
Is Vietnamese coriander Hardy?
Is coriander a perennial?
What can I do with extra Vietnamese mint?
Does coriander get frosted?

Is Vietnamese coriander the same as cilantro?

Polygonum odoratum) is also frequently called Cambodian mint, Vietnamese coriander, and Rau Ram. It's not the same thing as the cilantro usually eaten in Western cuisine, but it is similar. ... It has a very strong, smoky flavor and, because of its strength, should be used in quantities about half that of cilantro.

Is Vietnamese mint the same as Vietnamese coriander?

Vietnamese coriander is not related to the mints, nor is it in the mint family Lamiaceae, but its general appearance and fragrance are reminiscent of them.

What can you do with Vietnamese coriander?

Balut with Vietnamese Coriander.
Fried Snails with Vietnamese Coriander.
Poached Chicken Salad with Vietnamese Coriander.
Chicken Cook with Sauce and Vietnamese Coriander.
Mango and Vietnamese Coriander.
Sandworm Omelet with Vietnamese Coriander.
Laksa Soup with Vietnamese Coriander.

What does Vietnamese coriander smell like?

Some people claim it smells like mint, I don't see how anyone could ever think it smells even slightly minty and the word 'mint' in one of its common names probably refers to the aggressive growth. ... Vietnamese coriander is used in many dishes, as one of the common names suggests it is rather popular in laksa.

How do you keep Vietnamese coriander?

Storing. Once picked, Vietnamese coriander should be refrigerated and used within a week. Either rinse and dry individual leaves and store them in plastic bags or place several cut stems in a container of water and cover with a plastic bag.

Do Vietnamese use cilantro?

Coriander (Cilantro) – Rau Mùi or Ngò

And if you're from North America you probably call it “cilantro”. Coriander is very prevalent in Vietnamese cuisine particularly on banh mi (bánh mì) sandwiches, sprinkled on top of pho (phở), and mixed in with many fresh salads.

Can you cook with Vietnamese coriander?

Also known as Rau Ram, this herb is well known in Vietnamese cooking. ... Our favorite addition to a delicious dinner omelette, toss together fresh lumped crab meat, garlic, chopped green onion along with chopped Vietnamese coriander.

Why is my Vietnamese mint dying?

Vietnamese mint grows best in warm weather and can die if the weather gets too cold. If you live in a cold climate or notice frost as the weather gets chilly, transfer your plant from your garden to a pot indoors.

Is Vietnamese coriander Hardy?

Vietnamese coriander is a tropical perennial that is hardy in zones 9 – 11. In colder areas, It is grown as an annual or it can be brought indoors for the winter. Related to knotweed, the plants can become invasive.

Is coriander a perennial?

But the world of coriander flavours does not need to be limited to Coriandrum sativum. Eryngium foetidum – aka Mexican coriander, culantro, recao or bhandhania – is a tropical perennial herb in the carrot family, native to Mexico and South America.

What can I do with extra Vietnamese mint?

You could also freeze the leaves for a rainy day or dry them out. For the former, remove the leaves from the stem and lay on baking trays in the freezer. Once frozen, pack loosely into freezer bags making sure you don't crush them too much but do expel as much air as you can.

Does coriander get frosted?

In my experience, coriander is very tolerant of frost and shade. My garden experiences an average of 30 or more frosts per year in winter. The temperature regularly dips below -5°C.