Cardamom

Description

Elaichi, universally known as cardamom, is often called the 'Queen of Spices.' It is one of the world's most expensive spices by weight (right behind saffron and vanilla) because it is largely harvested by hand. Derived from the seeds of plants in the ginger family, it packs an incredibly complex flavor profile that is simultaneously citrusy, herbal, minty, and sweet. Native to the evergreen rainforests of Southern India, cardamom comes from the seeds of plants in the ginger family. It features an incredibly complex, intense aroma. However, 'cardamom' actually refers to two entirely different spices: Green Cardamom and Black Cardamom. They look different, taste different, and serve completely different purposes in the kitchen.