Green Cardamom Seed
Green Cardamom Seed
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Description
Description
Botanical Name: Eletaria cardamomum
Spice Zen’s certified organic Green Cardamom Seeds are the pure, resin-rich heart of the cardamom pod — decorticated for convenience and packed to preserve their sweet, floral and citrus-lifted aroma. Revered for centuries across Indian, Middle Eastern and Scandinavian cuisines, cardamom seed delivers a concentrated burst of fragrance that elevates both savoury dishes and aromatic desserts.
Native to the lush spice-growing regions of India and Sri Lanka, green cardamom has travelled the world through ancient trade routes, becoming a signature aromatic in biryanis, chai, Turkish and Arabic coffee, festive baking, fruit desserts and warm milk preparations. Seed-only cardamom is prized by cooks who prefer complete control over flavour: simply crush, grind or bloom the seeds to release fresh, luxurious aroma just before cooking.
In the Ayurvedic tradition, cardamom (Elaichi) is appreciated for its light, uplifting nature and its ability to bring harmony and brightness to rich or warming dishes — a reflection of why it appears so widely in chai, ceremonial sweets and celebratory rice dishes.
Whether stirred into curries, infused into rice, folded into pastries, added to baking or ground into spice blends, cardamom seeds offer a pure, elegant way to enjoy this timeless spice.
Flavour & Aroma Profile
Sweet, floral and citrus-lifted with warming spice, aromatic freshness and a clean, cooling finish.
How to Use
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Use whole, lightly crushed or freshly ground.
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Bloom in warm oil or ghee for curries, dals and rice dishes.
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Add directly to chai, Turkish coffee or Arabic coffee.
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Grind into baking mixes, pastry creams or spice blends.
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Add to stews, broths, sauces and slow-cooked dishes.
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Use ¼–½ tsp freshly ground for desserts or beverages.
- Use 10–12 seeds to replace 1 whole cardamom pod in recipes.
Perfect For
- Traditional chai and spiced milk
- Biryani, pulao and aromatic rice dishes
- Middle Eastern and Indian desserts
- Slow-cooked curries and festive gravies
- Baking such as cardamom buns, cakes and biscuits
- Infusing syrups, custards and poached fruit
- Celebratory cooking and festive sweets
Wellness Note
Cardamom seeds are traditionally valued in Indian and Middle Eastern kitchens for their uplifting aroma and their presence in warm beverages and festive dishes.
Presentation & Storage
Certified organic and gluten-free. Packed in a biodegradable, resealable brown stand-up pouch to retain freshness and aroma.
Store in a cool, dry place away from heat and light.
In every pinch — sweet floral brightness and the pure, concentrated fragrance of true cardamom seed.
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
Recipe Inspirations & Pairings
Recipe Inspirations & Pairings
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THE SPICE ZEN Difference
Gluten free across our entire range.
Produced and packed in a dedicated gluten free facility.
Independently tested and endorsed by Coeliac Australia.
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No fillers, preservatives, flavourings or extracts.
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Crafted carefully to meet dietary requirements.
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