Elaichi
Health Benefits
Improve digestive health. Elaichi is not only rich in flavors but also beneficial for your gut health.Improve oral health and used to treat nausea and vomiting.
How to Select and Preserve
Try to buy elaichi which is green in color Discoloured husks are an indicator of staleness. Again, seeds that are pale or lighter tan in colour (as opposed to dark brown or black) indicate staleness.
Cardamom is best stored in its whole pods (versus grounded) in a tightly-sealed container, and in a cool and dark place.
How to Enjoy
Just a pinch of fresh grounded elaichi is enough to enhance the flavour and of the entire recipe. We Indians love elaichi in our rice and dessert preparations.
