Cinnamon or nutmeg can be used as substitutes for cardamom pods in a recipe.
Cardamom pods have a more intense flavor and aroma compared to ground cardamom. Ground cardamom is easier to use and measure in recipes, while cardamom pods are often used for infusing flavor in dishes. Grinding cardamom pods releases more flavor, but ground cardamom can lose its potency faster.
The yield of cardamom can vary depending on its form (whole pods, seeds, or ground). Generally, 15 whole cardamom pods will produce about 1 to 2 teaspoons of crushed seeds when ground. This amount can be used to flavor various dishes, teas, or desserts, but the specific quantity can change based on the recipe and personal preference.
Yes, you can eat cardamom pods directly, but they are usually used as a spice in cooking and baking to add flavor. The pods are tough and fibrous, so they are often removed before eating the dish.
Whole cardamom pods have a more subtle flavor and are often used for infusing liquids or in dishes where the pods can be removed before serving. Ground cardamom has a stronger flavor and is more convenient for baking and recipes where the spice is meant to be fully incorporated into the dish.
cardamom is a fruit and the seeds inside it is edible
Cardamom
Neither. They are both misspellings for cardamom. Cardamom is the name given to the seed pods of either of two plants in the ginger family (Cardamom or Java Cardamom) used as a spice.
Two crushed cardamom pods yield about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of crushed cardamom seeds, depending on the size of the pods and how finely they are crushed. This amount can vary slightly based on the specific type of cardamom and personal preference for the level of coarseness. Crushed cardamom is often used to add flavor to dishes, teas, and desserts.
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