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Black cardamom
Siyah kakule
Homeland
The eastern Himalayas
Season
Autumn (harvest)
Nutrition values
Per 100 g, raw
| Energy | — kcal |
| Carbohydrate | — g |
| of which sugars | — g |
| Fiber | — g |
| Protein | — g |
| Fat | — g |
Did you know?
A relative of green cardamom but no substitute for it. Its pods are dried over open fire, which leaves a distinct smokiness; in northern India whole pods go into rice and meat dishes, never into sweets.
Consumption tip
Even natural produce may carry pesticide residues. Wash fruits and vegetables under plenty of running water and discard the outer leaves of leafy greens. A short soak in vinegar water can also help reduce residues. Where possible, prefer certified organic or good-agricultural-practice products.