Cardamone is the dried fruit of a perennial herbaceous plant from the gingresse family. The best known is the green cardamom native to southern India which has a lemony and peppery flavor but not spicy.
Look for green or brown cardamom pods, firm, heavy and a fresh appearance, without signs of wilting or drying. Cardamom pods must have a strong sweet and spicy smell. If possible, choose fresh and seasonal cardamom pods to guarantee their optimal quality and flavor.
How to keep the cardamoms ?
Keep the cardamomes whole, not ground. Place them in an airtight container away from direct sunlight and humidity. Keep them at room temperature. Cardamomas can be kept up to a year.
What are the varieties of cardamomes ?
There are several varieties of cardamom, including green cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum), black cardamom (amomum suubulatum) and the cardamom of Madagascar (amomum compactum).
What are the benefits of cardamomes ?
Cardamom is used to treat digestive problems such as bloating, flatulence and constipation. It is also known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
How to cook cardamomes ?
Cardamomas can be used to make tea. Add a few cardamom seeds to hot water and let steep for about 10 minutes. You can add milk and sugar for a hot and comforting drink. Cardamomas can be used in a curry. Add the cardamom seeds with other ingredients such as curry paste, coconut milk and vegetables for a tasty and spicy dish. Cardamomas can be used to flavor a pudding. Add a few seeds of ground cardamom to a mixture of milk, sugar, rice and cinnamon for a delicious and fragrant dessert.
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