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Cardamom (Queen of Spices )

  • Cardamom is a spice with an intense, slightly sweet flavor that some people compare to mint.
    It originated in India but is available worldwide today and used in both sweet and savory recipes.
    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 seed pod, known for centuries for its culinary and medicinal properties. This aromatic spice is native to the evergreen rain forest of southern Indian Kerala state and grown in only a few tropical countries. Botanically, it belongs to the family of “Zingiberaceae” and consists of two genera; Elettaria and Amomum. These aromatic pods are rich in many vital vitamins, including riboflavin, niacin, vitamin-C that is essential for optimum health.

  • Cardamom is a spice made from the seed pods of various plants in the ginger family. Cardamom has a strong, pungent flavor and aroma, with hints of lemon, mint, and smoke. Cardamom pods contain a number of seeds, but the entire cardamom pod can be used whole or ground.

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The sweet, warm, slightly lemony flavor of cardamom is one of my favorites. It’s the perfect flavor for these luscious, creamy pots de creme. Cardamom comes in pods that measure about ½ inch long. The papery outer pods are discarded, and the seeds within are used to impart their flavor.Cardamom may be helpful for people with high blood pressure.Cardamom is rich in compounds that may fight inflammation.The most researched property of cardamom, as it pertains to relieving stomach issues, is its possible ability to heal ulcers.

Cardamom is one of the world’s very ancient spices. It is native to the East originating in the forests of the western ghats in southern India, where it grows wild. Cardamom is an expensive spice. Cardamom an intensively aromatic and resinous fragrance is also referred to as “Queen of Spices”. India has both small and large cardamom under its production. Small cardamom is of high demand throughout the year. Green cardamom is one of the more expensive spices by weight, but little is needed to impart flavor. It is best stored in the pod as exposed or ground seeds quickly lose their flavor. Grinding the pods and seeds together lowers both the quality and the price.

Health Benefits of Cardamom
  • Antioxidant and Diuretic Properties May Lower Blood Pressure
  • May Contain Cancer-Fighting Compounds
  • May Protect from Chronic Diseases Thanks to Anti-Inflammatory Effects
  • May Help with Digestive Problems, Including Ulcers
  • 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
  • Other Potential Health Benefits of Cardamom
  • Safe for Most People and Widely Available