Cilantro, even though part of the carrot family, is evil.
The seeds (coriander) are divine in many applications, but the leaves leave a lot to be desired for many.
A friend of mine in Denver has such a bad reaction she has to go to the hospital if she happens to ingest any.
Just why do so many have such a bitter (pun intended) reaction to this herb?
A quote from The Gourmet Sleuth may give some insight:
"The essential oils of the cilantro leaves contain antibacterial properties and can be used as a fungicide."
Personally, I think anything that can be used as a fungicide should not ingested.
just sayin..
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