If you have a food processor, place the cilantro and all of its water in the food processor and pulse until finely chopped. If you don’t have a food processor, chop the cilantro by hand with a sharp knife, being careful not to chop it too finely or the flavor will be lost.

Cilantro can be washed in water, but it is best to use a pesticide-free method. Some people use a garden hose to rinse the cilantro; others use a vinegar-water solution.

Yes, you can wash cilantro with vinegar. Vinegar is a natural antibacterial agent and will help to clean the cilantro.

No, cilantro does not need to be removed from its stems.

No, I do not chop and eat cilantro stems.

Cilantro is a herb and does not have any pesticides.

Cilantro is a tough herb to clean. One option is to rinse it off with water and then use a vegetable brush to scrub the dirt off. Another option is to use a commercial cilantro cleanser.

Cilantro can be dried by placing it in a sunny spot or in the oven at a low temperature.

Cilantro and parsley can be cleaned in the same way. Cut the cilantro or parsley off the stem, then wash it well in water. If the herb is dirty, scrub it with a vegetable brush before rinsing.

Yes, chefs wash herbs before using them in recipes. This is to remove any dirt or debris that may have collected on the herb.

I do not use all parts of cilantro. I remove the tough stems and the leaves that are too thick or have a bitter flavor.

Cilantro can last in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Baking soda does not remove pesticides. Pesticides will need to be removed through other means such as rinsing off with water or a cleaner.

Baking soda and vinegar are both effective at removing pesticides from surfaces. Vinegar is more effective than baking soda, but both are effective.

According to the Environmental Working Group, soaking fruit in water does not remove pesticides.

Cilantro will last in water for about 3-4 days.

There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the health benefits of cilantro may vary depending on your individual diet and lifestyle. However, some preliminary research suggests that eating cilantro may have some minor health benefits, including reducing inflammation and supporting a healthy digestive system.

Chopped cilantro will last in the fridge for up to 3 days.