BLACK CARDAMOM

BLACK CARDAMOM (Kala Elaichi) – Black cardamom has a strong, smoky flavour. It is used primarily in Indian cuisine. It is mainly grown in Nepal and Sikkim.

Cooking

In India and Pakistan Black Cardamom is a vital part of garam masala. It is also used in dhal and biryanis.

In Sichuan it is used for braised meat dishes. In Vietnam it used to flavour soups.

Other Uses

In Chinese medicine it issued to treat stomach disorders and malaria.