Cardamon
Fun Fact
In the Canterbury Tales, cardamom is "the spice of paradise."
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Whole cardamom consists of a green seed pod that holds about 20 small black seeds. While cardamon is available ground, the whole pods have a superior flavor and aroma.
How To Use It
Since the flavor resides in the small seeds, it is necessary to crush the whole pods before using them.
Health Benefits
This food is low in Saturated Fat, and very low in Cholesterol and
Sodium. It is also a good source of Vitamin C, Calcium, Magnesium,
Potassium and Zinc, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Iron and
Manganese.