Ground Cardamom 500g/6 Santa Maria

Cardamom belongs to the group of spice plants with exotic origins. It is characterized by a pleasant lemon-ginger aroma and a hint of spicy, slightly bitter taste. Cardamom pairs well with other spices and complements a range of exotic, deep flavors and aromas such as cinnamon, cloves, and vanilla. It is excellent for sweet dishes, desserts, fruits, as well as savory dishes. However, the most popular combination is coffee and cardamom. Cardamom is one of the most expensive spices in the world, right after saffron and vanilla. It is a plant from the ginger family, found in the forests of Sri Lanka and southern India. It is also cultivated in Tanzania, Guatemala, and Vietnam. The only aromatic part of the plant is the seeds of the flowers, from which the spice is obtained. The seeds can be used whole or ground. Supposedly, cardamom also has medicinal properties, improves metabolism, and positively affects digestive processes.