Some study participants without the OR6A2 gene also reported saying that cilantro tasted soapy, leading researchers to believe there may be more complicated genetic factors at work.

A study by 23andMe, which surveyed thousands and their cilantro preferences, revealed the OR6A2 gene, a smell-receptor gene cluster that "bind(s) to aldehydes that give cilantro its specific odor ...

A study by 23andMe, which surveyed thousands and their cilantro preferences, revealed the OR6A2 gene, a smell-receptor gene cluster that "bind(s) to aldehydes that give cilantro its specific odor ...

The "cilantro soap gene" is a genetic factor that makes cilantro taste and smell like soap. A study from 23andMe reveals the OR6A2 gene as a possible cause for some people's distinct cilantro ...

The "cilantro soap gene" is a genetic factor that makes cilantro taste and smell like soap. A study from 23andMe reveals the OR6A2 gene as a possible cause for some people's distinct cilantro ...

The OR6A2 gene. The OR6A2 gene encodes for (directs the protein synthesis of) a receptor found in the nose and helps determine smells. Although our ancient ancestors probably didn't have cilantro on ...

Cilantro tastes like soap to some people. Here's why, and what you can use to replace it in your recipes.