Mom's Recipies

Black Cardamom also known as Brown Cardamom and " Badi Elaichi " or " Moti Elaichi " in Hindi and " Elaichi / Yaalukkaya " in telugu.Black cardamom pods can be used in soups, chowders and marinades for smoky flavor.It is a common ingredient in Indian cooking. In India it is used in rice dishes and curries etc.Black cardamom can be used liberally and won’t dominate a dish, in fact it enhances and intensifies the flavors of the other ingredients.
      Black cardamom helps in treatment of various diseases such as dyspepsia, gas, soothing the mucus membranes, heart burn and increasing appetite. It is also used as a remedy for urinary tract disorders. The aroma of cardamom is used for treatment of bad breath.