Micro Cilantro
Inventory, 4 oz : 49.00
This item was last sold on : 05/15/24
Description/Taste
Micro Cilantro is very small in size, averaging 5-7 centimeters in length, and has 2-4 flat and broad leaves that connect to a slender, lime green stem. The first set of bright green leaves to open, or the cotyledons, have an elongated blade-shape while the following pair, or the true leaves, have a slightly toothed margin and resemble a tiny version of mature cilantro leaves. Micro Cilantro is crisp and has a sweet, bright citrusy aroma with a clean, bold, classic cilantro flavor finishing with robust notes of pepper and fresh cut grass. It is also most notably without the soapy scent that some say mature cilantro possesses.
Seasons/Availability
Micro Cilantro is available year-round.
Current Facts
Micro Cilantro is a young, tiny, edible version of the well-known herb and is harvested approximately 14-21 days after sowing. Micro Cilantro is one of the most popular microgreens currently on the market today. Favored for its peppery, pungent flavor, Micro Cilantro has become widespread as a garnish for its ease of use and ability to add flavor, texture, and visual appeal to any dish.
Nutritional Value
Micro Cilantro contains vitamins A, B, C, E, and K, beta-carotene, calcium, iron, potassium, zinc, and phosphorus.
Applications
Micro Cilantro leaves are best suited for raw preparations, specifically as a garnish, as they will wilt if exposed to prolonged heat. They feature a bright, sweet, and spicy flavor without the soapy, bitter characteristic that mature cilantro can develop. Micro Cilantro leaves are most commonly used in Mexican, Indian, Thai, and Chinese cuisines. They can be sprinkled on top of egg rolls and spring rolls, used to add a bright flavor to lobster and crab, mixed into polenta, or even chopped into salsa. Micro Cilantro pairs well with avocado, carrots, zucchini, tomato, coconut milk, citrus, ginger, mint, lemongrass, chile peppers, yogurt, chicken, lamb, and white fish. They will keep 5-7 days when stored unwashed, in a sealed container in the refrigerator and should be added only at the very final stage of finishing a dish.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Cilantro is native to Southern Europe where it has been in use since 5000 BCE in both medicinal and culinary purposes. Micro Cilantro was one of the first microgreens used by chefs in upscale restaurants and continues to be one of the most popular microgreens since the growth of the microgreen trend. The flavor of Micro Cilantro is softer than the mature herb and offers delicate citrus notes to help brighten up dishes. Its versatility in different cuisines has also made it well-known across the globe.
Geography/History
Cilantro is native to Southern Europe and was thought to have arrived in North America in the late 17th century. Micro Cilantro, however, did not start appearing on menus until the 1980s in the United States. Microgreens became even more popular in the 1990s, with the first documented use of the word microgreen in 1998 in California. Today Micro Cilantro can be found at specialty grocers and select distributors in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
Shake and Muddle | Chula Vista CA | 619-816-5429 |
Humphrey's | San Diego CA | 619-224-3577 |
You & Yours Distilling (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 214-693-6619 |
Fairplay | San Diego CA | 303-870-0065 |
Rustic Root | San Diego CA | 619-232-1747 |
Birds Eye (La Jolla) | La Jolla CA | 513-549-0974 |
Ju-Ichi | San Diego CA | 619-800-2203 |
The Promiscuous Fork-La Jolla Blvd | La Jolla CA | 858-776-3246 |
Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens | Escondido CA | 915-861-2297 |
The Crack Shack-Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 858-735-3093 |
Lafayette Hotel - Quixote | San Diego CA | 619-296-2101 |
Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
Mission Pacific | Oceanside CA | 760-450-7864 |
Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
Marriott Courtyard Nolen | San Diego CA | 619-544-1004 |
Not Not Tacos | San Diego CA | 619-696-7675 |
Hotel La Jolla - Sea & Sky | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0261 |
Juniper & Ivy | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
Junkyard Sports Bar and Grill | Oceanside CA | 760-407-8500 |
Fort Oak | San Diego CA | 619-795-6901 |
Olala Crepes Liberty Station | San Diego CA | 551-241-8642 |
Polaris Supreme | San Diego CA | 619-390-7890 |
PFC Fitness Camp | Carlsbad CA | 888-488-8936 |
Harney Sushi Oceanside | Oceanside CA | 760-967-1820 |
Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
Pacific Coast Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-794-4632 |
Pure Meal Prep SD | San Diego CA | 209-485-4861 |
The Santaluz Club Inc - Main Dining | San Diego CA | 858-759-3150 |
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Blue Whale | La Jolla CA | 808-868-8639 |
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Sushi Kami | San Diego CA | 858-451-7799 |
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Ron Oliver | San Diego | 619-295-3172 |
Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-759-5473 |
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Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines | La Jolla CA | 858-450-4581 |
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The Pearl Hotel | San Diego CA | 877-732-7573 |
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The Tavern | Coronado CA | 602-628-5890 |
Communal Coffee | San Diego CA | 619-305-9525 |
Nolita Hall | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
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The Crack Shack Costa Mesa | Costa Mesa CA | 951-808-7790 |
Sheraton Carlsbad (Banquets) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
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The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
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The Farm Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-5585 |
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Deeply Nourished | San Diego CA | 808-489-7366 |
Park Hyatt Aviara | Carlsbad CA | 760-448-1234 |
Sunday Breakfast Society | Chula Vista CA | 619-852-5633 |
Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
Lumi | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
Hotel Indigo | San Diego CA | 619-295-3172 |
Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
Blue Ocean La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-999-0323 |
Tahona (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
Belmont Park Draft | San Diego CA | 858-228-9283 |
Alejandra's Cocina | Carlsbad CA | 858-500-5075 |
Craft House Fashion Valley | San Diego CA | 619-948-4458 |
Voltaire Beach House | San Diego CA | 619-997-8792 |
Barrel & Board | San Diego CA | 619-902-4646 |
Waverly | Cardiff CA | 619-244-0416 |
Valley View Casino & Hotel | Valley Center CA | 760-291-5500 |
Smoking Gun (Spill the Beans) | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 |
Q&A Oyster Bar & Restaurant | Oceanside CA | 858-245-3780 |
Sushi Nekosan | La Jolla CA | 858-999-0999 |
Harney Sushi | San Diego CA | 619-295-3272 |
Ballast Point Rest. - Miramar | San Diego CA | 858-790-6900 |
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Black Radish | San Diego CA | 619-775-7412 |
Himitsu | La Jolla CA | 858-345-0220 |
Cutwater Spirits | San Diego CA | 619-672-3848 |
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Saiko Sushi-Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-0868 |
Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
Fresh Sushi Catering | Carlsbad CA | 858-344-7098 |
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Nobu | San Diego CA | 619-814-4124 |
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La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
The Flavor Chef (Catering) | Vista CA | 619-295-3172 |
Temaki | Encinitas CA | 702-489-2129 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Micro Cilantro. One is easiest, three is harder.