Cardamom Seeds Dealers in Kodambakkam, Chennai

Cardamom is a seed pod, known since centuries for its culinary and medicinal properties. This aromatic spice is native to the evergreen rain forest of southern Indian Kerala state and grown in only a few tropical countries. Botanically, it belongs to the family of "Zingiberaceae" and consists of two genera; Elettaria and Amomum.Generally, the cardamom plant grows up to 4 meters in length in thick clumps and starts bearing its prized seed podssoon after about two years of plantation. Each pod measures about 1-2 cm in length. Both Elettaria and Amomum cardamom types feature three-sided pods with a thin, yet tough papery outer cover. Inside, tiny, deep-brown to black, aromatic seeds are arranged in vertical rows with each grain ensheathed again inside a very thin membrane.Elettaria pods are small and light green, while amomum pods are larger and dark brown. The pods are being used as flavoring base in both food and drink as well as in medicine. Black cardamom (Amomum subulatum) also known as Nepal cardamom (bari or kali elaichi in India and Nepal) is a relatively bigger sized pod of same Zingiberaceae family. They have dark brown, rough outer coat, measuring about 2-4 cm in length and 1-2 cm in diameter. The pods have camphor-like intense flavor commonly used in spicy stews in sub Himalayan plains of India, Pakistan, Nepal as well as in China.Health benefits of cardamom :This exotic spice contains many plants derived chemical compounds that are known to have been anti-oxidant, disease preventing and health promoting properties. The spicy pods contain many essential volatile oils that include pinene, sabinene, myrcene, phellandrene, limonene, 1, 8-cineole, terpinene, p-cymene, terpinolene, linalool, linalyl acetate, terpinen-4-oil, a-terpineol, a-terpineol acetate, citronellol, nerol, geraniol, methyl eugenol, and trans-nerolidol.The therapeutic properties of cardamom-oil have been found application in many traditional medicines as antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, stimulant, stomachic and tonic. Cardamom is a good source of minerals like potassium, calcium, and magnesium. 100 g pods conatin 1119 mg of this electrolyte. Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids that helps control heart rate and blood pressure. Copper is required in the production of red blood cells.Additionally, it is also an excellent source of iron and manganese. 100 g pods contain 13.97 mg or 175% of daily-required levels of iron. Iron is required for red blood cell formation and cellular metabolism. Manganese is a co-factor for the enzyme, superoxide dismutase, a very powerful free-radical scavenger. Further, these aromatic pods are rich in many vital vitamins, including riboflavin, niacin, vitamin-C that is essential for optimum health.Selection and storage :Fresh cardamom pods as well as its powder can be available in the market year around. Both varieties of pods are readily sold in the markets. "Elettaria" pods are small and light green, while 'Amomum" pods are larger and dark brown. Fresh pods should be heavy and give sweet aroma when rubbed with the finger tips. Avoid pods that appear light and that are with surface discoloration or spots, which may feature mold (fungal infection).Medicinal use :The therapeutic properties of cardamom oil have found application in many traditional medicines as antiseptic and local anesthetic, and antioxidant in addition to play health promoting and disease preventing roles.Culinary uses :In general, cardamom seeds are one of the most sought-after ingredients in sweet and dessert preparations. The pod is split open to expose its underlying seeds either with fingers or using a small knife. The seeds are then crushed (powdered) using a pestle/mortar or hand-mill just before their addition in cooking. However, whole pods are preferred in savory dishes, which give a further punch to the recipe since their peel too contains significant amounts of valuable essential oils.Here are some preparation tips : This delicate spice is being used as flavoring agent in both foods, soups and refreshing drinks. The pods have been in use in the preparation of sweet dishes in many Asian countries. Elaichi-pista (cardamom and pistachio) kulfi is a famous summer dessert in India, Pakistan, and Iran. Elaichi kheer is another popular rice pudding with added pistachio, and raisins in these regions. It is used as a flavoring base in the preparation of tea, coffee, and cold beverages. Black cardamom (badi elaichi) is mostly preferred in savory dishes; to prepare rice-pilaf, meat stews, and lentil-curry in many parts of Nepal, India, and Pakistan.

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• Type: whole cardamon
• Application: Cooking, Medicnes
• Feature: Antimicrobial Nature, Gives Skin Radiance, Good Quality
• Packaging Type: 30 Kg, 50 Kg bag

Green Cardamom, Premium Quality / Cleaned Whole Elaichi , remium quality 7mm diameter Green Cardamom bolts. All natural spices from My Village. Freshly harvest big cardamom. No pesticides and additives for Color or Flavor. Matured pods sourced from the western ghats of Kerala. Fresh Natural aroma. High end quality pods having matured oily seeds. Hand picked and graded separately.

  We supply high-quality Cardamom, which is widely used as a natural mouth freshener. We have developed the entire in-house unit wherein we keep our raw material to fulfill variegated requirements of the buyers. Also, we make sure that the material is sourced from the reliable places only. Fret not! We are flexible enough in delivering the products safely and this is done using the exceptional packaging material. We keep in mind the packaging guidelines to make sure that the products are safe from external destructive factors.

• Type: Cardamom
• Style: Fresh
• Shelf Life: 12 Months, 6 Months
• Type: Single Herbs
• Color: Green
• Condition: Fresh
• Form: Pods

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