Cardamom pods come in various types, each with its own distinct flavor and aroma. From the commonly used green variety to the smoky black pods, and even the bleached white ones, there is a ...

Ground cardamom or cardamom powder won’t be as flavorful because the essential oils lose their flavor relatively quickly ...

People may purchase cardamom as whole seed pods with the seeds inside, pre-ground cardamom spice powder, which manufacturers produce from seeds, as an essential oil, and as an herbal supplement ...

Chewing cardamom seeds can alter the mouth's pH levels and help your body make more saliva. ... Research suggests regular use of cardamom fruit powder can lower blood pressure.

Cardamom whole pods, seeds, or ground powder lend a distinct floral aroma and taste to items like chai and coffee, rice and curries, and a variety of baked goods.

Prices for green cardamom are known to rise up to $90 per kilo, ranking it No. 3 on the list of the most expensive spices in the world, following saffron and vanilla.

To butterfly the chicken, cut out the backbone with heavy-duty kitchen or poultry shears. Set the chicken on a board skin side up. Press the breastbone hard with the heel of your hand to flatten ...

In all my years of teaching cooking classes, one spice that always gets an extreme reaction is cardamom. People either love it or want nothing to do with this aromatic and intense spice. The whole ...

Make the cakes . Preheat oven to 325°F. Combine milk, orange zest, and orange blossom water in a small bowl. Split vanilla bean half in half lengthwise, and scrape vanilla seeds into milk mixture ...