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How to Say "Without cilantro" in Spanish
Politely request your food be prepared without cilantro, a common herb in many Latin American dishes.
sin cilantro
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Use this phrase when ordering food at a restaurant or when someone is preparing a meal for you. It's especially useful for dishes where cilantro is a prominent ingredient, like guacamole or certain salsas.
Alternatives
- no lleva cilantroUse when asking if a dish already contains cilantro.
- sin culantroMore common in some Caribbean and Central American regions.
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing 'sin' with 'con'
'Sin' means 'without,' while 'con' means 'with.' Make sure you use 'sin' to exclude cilantro.
Pronouncing 'c' as 's'
In most of Latin America, the 'c' in 'cilantro' sounds like 's,' not like the 'th' in 'thin.'
A small cultural note
Cilantro is a very popular herb in many Latin American cuisines, but some people have a genetic predisposition that makes it taste like soap. Others simply dislike the flavor.
Frequently asked
how to say without cilantro in spanish
The most common way to say 'without cilantro' in Spanish is 'sin cilantro.' This is understood across most Spanish-speaking countries.
what does sin cilantro mean
'Sin cilantro' literally translates to 'without cilantro.' It's used to request that the herb not be included in a dish.
is cilantro common in mexican food
Yes, cilantro is a very common and important ingredient in many Mexican dishes, often used as a garnish or mixed into salsas and marinades.
