Cardamom powder

Cardamom is the world’s third most expensive spice by weight. This exotic spice famous for its uniquely intense taste and warm aroma is most commonly used in Indian, Arabic and Scandinavian recipes, both sweet and savory. Cardamom is called “ellaichi” in Hindi. Babas Natural Basket cardamom powder is made by grounding fine quality cardamom seeds, extracted from organically grown cardamom pods from the fertile natural plantations in the Western Ghats, where it’s been grown for nearly 2000 years. Cardamom is used as whole pods or in grounded form. Whole pods are mainy used in dishes like kheers and biriyani. Cardamom powder is a major component of spice mixes like garam masala and spice blend of masala tea/coffee. The flavour of cardamom is so unique that it is even used to make pastries, breads and paired with fruits and meats. Apart from its culinary qualities, cardamoms are also prized for their medicinal benefits. According to Ayurvedic and Chinese traditions, cardamom is the secret to extend your healthy life span and maintain physical strength. Cardamom is also a common remedy for cough and cold. Studies have validated other major therapeutic values associated with cardamoms like anti-oxidant properties, improving digestion, enhancing blood circulation to name a few. These reasons are enough to make cardamom a true wonder spice which can benefit you in more ways than one

• Made by grounding finest quality, farm fresh cardamom seeds, extracted from whole cardamom pods, grown organically from the fertile plantations of Western Ghats ·
• Processed using state of the art machines to seal in volatile oils when whole pods are grounded into powder, making a world of difference in quality ·
• The labor intensive harvesting and low yield per grams/acre are the reasons why processed cardamom powder is so expensive ·
• Cardamom is highly rated in Chinese and Ayurvedic traditions as a natural agent to flush out toxins from the body, when consumed regularly. Cardamom is the secret to extend your healthy life span and maintain physical strength ·
• Aids digestion: The strong aroma and flavour enhances the production of digestive enzymes especially if consumed after a heavy meal. ·
• Improves oral health and reduces bad breath : Cineole is the major component of cardamom oil is known to have antimicrobial properties thus helps in fighting bacteria present inside the mouth ·
• Antioxidants present in cardamom are essential to fight free radicals in the body that causes cell damage and degenerative conditions ·
• Cures cough and cold : cardamom mixed with honey in tea is an effective natural remedy for flu ·
• Always store in airtight containers to retain its freshness and aroma