Cardamom

Description

Cardamom (Elakka, Elachi or Elakai) is one of the world’s very ancient spices. Its aroma is very unique and makes it one of the most popular spices to be in demand around the world. Popularly known as ‘Queen of Spices’, Cardamom is a versatile spice used in various forms worldwide. Cardamom, sometimes cardamon or cardamum, is a spice made from the seeds of several plants in the genera Elettaria and Amomum in the family Zingiberaceae.
Cardamom pods are spindle-shaped and have a triangular cross-section. The pods contain a number of seeds, but the entire cardamom pod can be used whole or ground. The seeds are small and black, while the pods differ in colour and size by species. Cardamom is used to spice both sweet and savoury dishes. It is widely employed in Indian, Middle Eastern, Arabic, and Swedish cuisine.
Healthy Benefits of Cardamom: Cardamom is a spice with an intense, slightly sweet flavour that some people compare to mint. The seeds, oils and extracts of cardamom are thought to have impressive medicinal properties and have been used in traditional medicine for centuries. Cardamom is a natural pure product. It is one of the most expensive spices in the world. Cardamom spice has been recognised for centuries – mainly for its culinary and medicinal properties. Cardamom contains phytochemicals that have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
Cardamom has a pungent flavour that is all its own. So it’s difficult to find a similar substitute. Because it is used in aromatic curries, baked goods, and mulled beverages with other spices such as allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove, these are likely the best substitutes if you don’t have green cardamom on hand.

Highlights of Caster Spices Dried Green Cardamom

• Caster Spice is a premium brand. We always procure the finest quality spices from our own plantation in Idukki and from the small cardamom cultivators of Idukki. Idukki district of Kerala State is the best Cardamom growing area in India.
• Pure, fresh, and aromatic – we bring only the highest quality Natural, whole green Cardamom with a strong and refreshing fragrance.
• 100% Natural. No artificial colours or preservatives are used in this product.
• Only fresh harvest is sourced in small batches.
• It’s potent, insanely aromatic and will take your cooking to a whole new level.
• Package Content: 50 and 100 Gm of Cardamom.
• Shelf Life: 365 days.

Health Benefits

• Antioxidant and Diuretic Properties,
• May Help with Digestive Problems,
• May Treat Bad Breath and Prevent Cavities
• May Have Antibacterial Effects and Treat Infections
• May Improve Breathing and Oxygen Use
• May Lower Blood Sugar Levels

Cardamom Seeds

Cardamom pods have 8 to 16 seeds that are ground and used as seasonings. The flavour of cardamom comes from its seeds, so both the pods and seeds share the same flavour when it’s fresh.
Uses
Cardamom seeds are used for making Cardamom powder and pair well with tea coffee, sweets like payasam, poultry, red meat, lentils, oranges, rice and other warm spices, like nutmeg and cinnamon. It’s ideal in curries, teas, baked goods and sausages.