Ingredient · No. 206

Cardamom

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The queen of spices. A spice made from the seeds of several plants in the ginger family, it has a complex flavour that is often described as a mix of cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg.

Rich in antioxidants.

Origins

This fragrant spice is native to the evergreen forests of the Western Ghats in southern India.

India

Used In

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