True or green cardamom (or when bleached, white cardamom) comes from the species Elettaria cardamomum and is distributed from India. What is often referred to as white cardamon is actually Siam cardamom, Amomum krervanh.
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Product Origin : India
Key Specifications/Special Features :
Different product grades with different performances can be available.Supply the most suitable grade according to customer requests.
Small Cardamom (Green Cardamom) Specifications:
Product Name: Small Cardamom (Green Cardamom)
Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomum
Family: Zingiberaceae
Physical Characteristics:
Appearance: Small, triangular, spindle-shaped pods with ridged surface
Color: Bright green to pale green
Size: 5-8 mm in length (graded by size)
Seeds: Black or dark brown seeds inside the pod
Aroma: Strong, sweet, and slightly floral
Flavor: Warm, spicy, and sweet with citrus undertones
Grading Based on Size and Quality:
Grade Pod Size (mm) Color
7-8 mm (Jumbo) 7-8 mm Bright Green
6-7 mm (Bold) 6-7 mm Green
5-6 mm (Medium) 5-6 mm Green/Pale Green
< 5 mm (Baby/Small) < 5 mm Pale Green/Yellowish
Chemical Characteristics:
Purity: 99% min
Moisture: 12% max
Admixture: 1% max
Foreign Matter: 0.5% max
Immature Pods: 5% max
Empty and Open Pods: 1% max
Seed Content: 70-80% (depending on grade)
Volatile Oil Content: 3-8% (depending on grade)
Microbiological Properties:
Total Plate Count: < 100,000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold: < 1,000 cfu/g
Salmonella: Absent/25g
E. Coli: Absent/10g
Packaging:
Available Packaging: 5kg, 10kg, 25kg jute or poly bags as per customer requirement
Shelf Life: 12-18 months when stored in a cool, dry place away from sunlight
Usage:
Small cardamom is widely used in sweet and savory dishes, teas, and spice blends.
Essential in flavoring desserts, curries, rice dishes, and beverages.
Known for its digestive properties and traditional medicinal uses.
Origin:
India (mainly from Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu)
Also sourced from Guatemala
Green cardamom is an important spice which is used in Indian, Thailand, Indonesian and other Asian and Nordic countries as the main flavoring ingredient. Cardamom ranks 3rd in most expensive spices list. Cardamom oil which is extracted from it is also used in cooking as an essential oil. .It is also mixed with tea making it as an excellent herbal beverage in both summer and winter.
Cardamom of commerce is the dried ripe fruit often referred as the "Queen of Spices" because of its very pleasant aroma and taste. Cardamom is a perennial, herbaceous, rhizomatous plant. Based on the nature of panicles, three varieties are recognized viz. Malabar with prostrate panicle, Mysore with erect panicle, and Vazhukka with semi erect panicle.
It has a strong, pungent and unique taste with an intense aroma. Its two varieties are very widely used. Black cardamom has a distinct aroma and is used to enhance the flavor of the dishes. It is the most common ingredient in Indian cooking. It is a very cheap spice and is available in abundance. We provide whole cardamom in tightly packed pouches to restore the original aroma and also to preserve the original astringent taste which is its specialty
types of cardamom that we have are as follows -
Why choose our product?
The ExpoAroma quality management system ensures optimal steps that should be taken pre-harvest and post-harvest to ensure that the dried Cardamom is of the top quality for our customers.
Why our product is of the best quality?
Farmers are properly trained to ensure that the seed of capsules are harvested at the correct stage of maturity in order to produce high quality of cardamom capsules.
We package our product in polythene bags of various sizes according to the market demand. The bags are carefully sealed to prevent moisture entering. Also this bags are used to preserve the green color of the pods
Small cardamom aids digestion, freshens breath, and has anti-inflammatory properties, while large cardamom offers similar benefits, also supporting respiratory health and reducing congestion. In the kitchen, small cardamom adds a sweet, floral flavor to desserts, beverages, and savory dishes, whereas large cardamom imparts a smoky, earthy taste, ideal for hearty dishes like stews and biryanis. Both types are essential spices that enhance the aroma and flavor of various global cuisines.
Cardamom, Often Referred To As The Queen Of Spices, Is One Of The Most Expensive Spices Globally And Is Primarily Cultivated In India's Kerala, Tamil Nadu, And Karnataka. Known For Its Unique Aroma And Flavor, Cardamom Is Used In A Variety Of Culinary Applications, Categorized Into Large And Small Varieties, With India Producing Sought-After Grades Like Allepy Green Extra Bold. Beyond Cooking, Cardamom Also Finds Use In Medicine And Perfumes. Rudra International Is A Prominent Exporter Of Both Small And Large Cardamom, Catering To The Growing Demand In Global Markets, Especially In The Far East And The Middle East, Where Sikkim's Big Cardamom Is Particularly Valued.
Type - Machine Clean & Hand Picked
Grade - AGEB, AGB, AGS
Size - Extra Bold, Bold & Medium
Shelf Life - 1 Year From Production date
Packaging â?? 10Kg, 15Kg, 25Kg And 50Kg /Jute /Poly Bags.
Labeling: As Per Buyer's Requirement.
Specification: Detail Specification Will Be Provided Upon Request.
