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Celery Seed

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description Celery Seed Overview

Celery seed is the tiny dried fruit of Apium graveolens, used as a spice in its own right rather than from the vegetable celery, and is a key flavoring in pickling, coleslaw, and the classic cocktail seasoning Old Bay.

help Celery Seed FAQ

Are celery seeds actually seeds from the celery vegetable?

They are the small dried fruits of Apium graveolens, the same species that includes culinary celery. The spice is harvested for its concentrated aroma rather than for the fleshy stalk.

What foods use celery seed?

Celery seed is a classic flavor in pickling, coleslaw and seasoning blends such as Old Bay. It can also add a strong celery note to sauces, soups and spice rubs.

How does celery seed taste different from fresh celery?

The dried spice is more concentrated, earthy and bitter, with a strong celery aroma. Fresh celery contributes water and crunch, while a small pinch of seed can flavor an entire pot of soup or brine.

Can celery salt replace celery seed?

Yes, but celery salt also contains ordinary salt, so it changes the seasoning balance. If a recipe calls for celery seed, use celery salt cautiously and reduce the other salt.

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