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Why does coriander taste like soap?

Why does coriander taste like soap?

Do you think coriander tastes like soap? Don't be fooled, because it is because of your genes.

It is estimated that between 4 and 14 percent of people find coriander tastes like soap. According to research, these people have one thing in common:certain receptors ensure that the smell of aldehyde from coriander is picked up. These chemicals are also in soap.

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I hate coriander

The website I hate coriander has even declared today the day to hate cilantro. It's not just about hating. The website wants to ensure that restaurants indicate if a dish contains coriander, to prevent the soap taste.

SciShow explains how the soap flavor is created: