The missing flavour: Coriander

I was visiting Elizabeth and Duncan recently, and among the lovely things that they cooked were some very good veggie burgers, with fresh coriander. Elizabeth grows it out on their balcony, and it reminded me that it's always something I forget about as a kitchen staple. Probably because Mum really dislikes the flavour of it, I rarely use it when I cook.

One thing I make for myself a lot, and rarely end up sharing is dhal. Elizabeth's coriander reminded me of the dhal at the Gardener's Arms, which is fantastic and apparently full of the stuff. So, reminder to self - when the garden is finally in fit state to plant some herbs, coriander deserves a space, and in the meantime buy some dried to put in with lentils!