Black cardamom is a popular Indian spice, called badi elaichi or kali elaichi, that has a smokey aromatic flavour derived from traditional methods of drying over open fire. It is in the form of seed pods, which are dark brown to black in colour and take on a smokey flavour due to the way they are dried. Black Cardamom is used for its bold and assertive taste and is the world's third-most expensive spice, surpassed in price per weight only by vanilla and saffron.
Health Benefits: Black Cardamom contains antibacterial and antiseptic properties, it is good for liver health and digestion. It improves urinary and dental health and is good for detoxification.
