Street sign for Coriander Avenue behind a metal fence near water, with an icon of a bridge and red code E14.

Coriander

This is the only instance of this herb on London’s street signs, situated in Poplar as part of a little herbal neighbourhood that also includes Clove Crescent, Saffron Way, Sorrel Lane, Nutmeg Lane, Rosemary Drive and Oregano Drive.

Fresh cilantro leaves on white background.

Coriander

All parts of the coriander plant are edible with the fresh leaves and dried seeds the most commonly used in cooking; Coriander roots are an important element of Thai cooking. The fresh leaves are an ingredient in many foods, such as chutneys and salads, salsa, guacamole, and as a widely-used garnish for soup, fish, and meat.

Various spices and herbs on a dark surface with spoons and measuring cups.

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Street sign reading 'CORN WAY E.11' mounted on a brick wall.

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