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Cardamom
South India, Guatemala (now largest producer)Available year-roundIntensely aromatic, sweet, floral
Did You Know?
Cardamom is the third most expensive spice in the world by weight, after saffron and vanilla. Guatemala now produces more cardamom than India.
Overview
South India · Available year-round · spices
Cardamom is an aromatic spice from the seeds of plants in the ginger family, with intensely sweet, floral, and warmly spiced flavor. Used extensively in Indian, Scandinavian, and Middle Eastern cuisines.
South India
Origin
Available year-round
Season
Easy
Difficulty
spices
Category
Flavor Profile
Intensely aromaticsweetfloralmintywarmingcomplex
Storage Tips
Whole pods maintain flavor for 1–2 years. Ground loses potency quickly — use within 6 months.
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How to Cook with Cardamom
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Use pods in rice and meat dishes. Remove husks to extract seeds, grind for pastries and chai. Use ground in spice blends like garam masala.
Best Pairings
coffeechairicelamborangevanillasaffron
Substitutes
Cinnamon + nutmeg (in sweet dishes), allspice
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Cardamom
Nutrition Highlights
fat
6.7
iron
77% DV
carbs
68.5
fiber
28
protein
10.8
calories
311
manganese
480% DV
Quick Facts
Categoryspices
OriginSouth India, Guatemala (now largest producer)
SeasonAvailable year-round
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Supports digestive health, freshens breath, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. May help reduce blood pressure.
Cardamom Photos
5 photos showcasing Cardamom in its many forms
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Cardamom
spices
OriginSouth India
SeasonAvailable year-round
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Intensely aromaticsweetfloralmintywarmingcomplex
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Pairs Well With
coffeechairicelamborangevanillasaffron
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