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Cardamom
Elettaria cardamomum
SpiceElettaria cardamomum — from the ginger family. Cardamom is NONG safe and prized for its aromatic, sweet flavor.
About Cardamom
Cardamom is an aromatic seed pod from the ginger family, known as the 'Queen of Spices.' Both green and black cardamom are NONG safe and widely used in Indian sweets, chai, and biryanis.
🍳 Cooking Tips
Cardamom is NONG safe. Use whole pods in rice and curries (remove before eating), crush seeds for chai and desserts, or use ground cardamom in sweets. A little goes a long way.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is cardamom NONG safe?▼
Yes. Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) is from the ginger family (Zingiberaceae) and is completely NONG safe.
What's the difference between green and black cardamom?▼
Green cardamom is sweet and aromatic (used in desserts and chai). Black cardamom is smoky and earthy (used in biryanis and meat dishes). Both are NONG safe.