Cilantro

[WDW 3]

How willing and able are the restaurants to hold the cilantro if asked. Hate the stuff!!!

 

[wdwmagic]

As long as it is not in something that is pre-prepared I don't think that will be a problem. A lot of the time though, it may well be in things that have already been prepped. The server can tell you though.

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

If it is a topping or something they add in to the dish once it is ordered it should be easy to keep it out for you. I have a love hate relationship with it myself. Ordered a dish at Rainforest Cafe and it was loaded with it, now I can only eat cilantro in small amounts for sure!

 

[Figgy1]

Disney is great with dining issues as my ds has several allergies. As long as it's not in a premade item they will have no problem leaving it off.

 

[The Incredible Schmulk]

I tend to not order items that specifically list cilantro in the descriptions, unless it's something that really looks good otherwise and it says that the dish is "topped" with cilantro, or something to that effect. That is an ingredient that can easily be omitted. Now, if the dish is served with cilantro-seasoned rice, or some other item where the cilantro is likely cooked in and done so well in advance, I don't even bother.

It never hurts to ask the server, of course, but in my experience, a lot of cilantro problems lie in the mass preparation process. By that point, you're stuck with it. I feel your pain, though. I will choke down a little cilantro, but too much will ruin a meal for me. I can't stand the stuff.

 

[ShookieJones]

http://ihatecilantro.com/

 

[LucyK]

I always ask for them to hold the cilantro and the rosemary. Hate them both with a passion.

 

[armyfamilyof5]

Took me forever to learn to enjoy Cilantro, always tasted "soapy" to me but I've learned to love it, can't enjoy salsa without. If you hate it tell them you are allergic and they will make sure to steer you clear of it , I hope I don't get flamed for that suggestion....

 

[ShookieJones]

Took me forever to learn to enjoy Cilantro, always tasted "soapy" to me but I've learned to love it, can't enjoy salsa without. If you hate it tell them you are allergic and they will make sure to steer you clear of it , I hope I don't get flamed for that suggestion....

Yup, That's the main beef with people who hate it, It's soapy or taste like dirty gym socks (seems like two opposite ends of the spectrum but hey) . The link to I hate cilantro had some pretty interesting info (for a foodie) as to why something I find so delicious is the bane of other's food existence.

 

[real mad hatter]

Whit!!! One of my favourite herbs,especially freshly cut and sprinkled on top of my Indian curry..however,I could see no problem getting it omitted from your meal..

 

[olinecoach61]

My wife hates cilantro too, the chefs of Disney are usually very accommodating.

 

[Mrs.Toad]

I grow it too, amongst others herbs. But totally agree, it is an acquired taste, and too much of it, or paired in the wrong type of dish can be disastrous.

I only eat it in salsas and certain other dishes. Very few.

 

[The Incredible Schmulk]

http://ihatecilantro.com/

Yeah, I'm well aware of the public service they're performing over on that site.

http://ihatecilantro.com/story.php?story=1381

 

[tare]

Cilantro definitely is an acquired taste. If it is something on top of an entree I'm sure they can hold it out but if its already in a sauce etc. not sure they will be able to.

 

[real mad hatter]

Took me forever to learn to enjoy Cilantro, always tasted "soapy" to me but I've learned to love it, can't enjoy salsa without. If you hate it tell them you are allergic and they will make sure to steer you clear of it , I hope I don't get flamed for that suggestion....

Whit!!! Soapy...When you wash the Coriander ( sorry Cilantro ) Run it under the cold water tap ( sorry faucet ) Do not..Repeat.. not use soap..

 

[Mrs.Toad]

Any chefs/cooks here?

No reason they just won't put it in if someone makes that request, right? I always thought most fresh herbs are added to dishes near the end or at least later in certain recipes so they are more fresh and not cooked to long or wilted? I guess it depends on the dish?

 

[real mad hatter]

Any chefs/cooks here?

No reason they just won't put it in if someone makes that request, right? I always thought most fresh herbs are added to dishes near the end or at least later in certain recipes so they are more fresh and not cooked to long or wilted? I guess it depends on the dish?

Depends on the dish...Fresh Cilantro or Coriander as we call it,tastes awesome chopped up and sprinkled on at the final process..