Flavor Profile
These pods have a strong, pungent aroma and a flowery, eucalyptic flavor and pair well with cloves, ginger, anise, and fennel.
How to Use
Crush slightly before using whole and remove before serving. Add to coffee grounds for Turkish coffee. Flavor ice cream, pastries, puddings, and fruits. Season rice, casseroles, meats, and marinades.
About The Spice
In the Cardamom Hills of southern India, wild cardamom bushes have grown for some 2000 years. They flourish in rainforests and in some cases can grow to eighteen feet tall. To learn more, go Behind the Seasoning.More Information
Green Cardamom Pods Q&A
What are green cardamom pods?
Green cardamom pods are peanut-sized pods that contain 17-20 tiny inner cardamom seeds, which have a floral, eucalyptic-like flavor. Guatemala is the chief exporter of the best quality cardamom pods.
How do you use green cardamom pods?
Use the seeds of green cardamom pods for chais, to flavor coffee or tea, or in your blend of mulling spices. Also try seasoning meats, veggies, and even desserts!
Dietary Information
Salt-Free
MSG-Free
Nut-Free
Dairy-Free
Gluten-Free
Onion-Free
Garlic-Free
Black Pepper-Free
Corn-Free
Capsicum-Free
Sweetener-Free
Sugar-Free
Sesame-Free
Vegetarian
Vegan
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