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Coriander leaves: uses and how to keep them fresh

Coriander leaves (kothimeera, dhania) finish almost every Indian dish. Here is how to use fresh, dried and powdered coriander leaves, and how to stop them from wilting.

By the EucaMart farm team, Vinukonda, Andhra Pradesh. Updated 1 November 2026.

How coriander leaves are used

Garnish for curries, dals, rice and snacks
Kothimeera chutney and green chutney
Dried leaves stirred into gravies and soups
Leaf powder in masalas and ready-to-cook mixes

Keep fresh coriander from wilting

Put the stems in a glass of water, cover the leaves loosely and keep it in the fridge.
Or wrap dry leaves in a paper towel inside an airtight box.
Do not wash until you are ready to use them.

Kept this way, fresh coriander lasts about a week.

Dried leaves and powder

Dried coriander leaves and powder keep for months in an airtight jar. They are handy when fresh coriander is not available.

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Coriander leaves questions

How long does fresh coriander last?

About a week in the fridge with stems in water or wrapped dry in an airtight box.

Is coriander leaf powder the same as coriander powder?

No. Coriander leaf powder is made from dried leaves. The usual coriander powder (dhania powder) is made from the seeds.

Do you sell coriander leaves in bulk?

Yes. Fresh, dried and powdered coriander leaves are available by the kg for restaurants and masala makers.