Yalukalu (Elachi in Hindi)
Cardamom powder is called "ఏలకుల పొడి" (eElakula podi) in Telugu.
ilachi
Green Cardamom Powder is called "ఏలకుల పొడి" (Elakulu Podi) in Telugu.
Elaichi / Yaalakkaya
Yalukalu (Elachi in Hindi)
Elaichi ఇలాచ్ఛీYaalakkaya యాలక్కాయElakkaya ఏలక్కాయElakulu ఏలకులు
In Telugu culture, the "cloves cardamom ceremony" refers to a traditional ritual performed during weddings or other auspicious occasions. Cloves and cardamom are aromatic spices symbolizing purity, prosperity, and good fortune. The ceremony involves the exchange or offering of these spices as a gesture of blessing and well wishes for the individuals involved. It is a significant cultural practice that adds depth and meaning to the event.
In Telugu, cardamom is called "ఏలకులు" (Elakulu), cinnamon is referred to as "డార్చినీ" (Darchini), and cloves are known as "లవంగాలు" (Lavangalu). These spices are commonly used in cooking and traditional medicine, adding flavor and aroma to various dishes. They also hold cultural significance in cuisine and are often associated with festive and special occasions.
You can use ground cardamom as a substitute for cardamom pods in your recipe. Use half the amount of ground cardamom as the recipe calls for in cardamom pods.
In hindi,cardamom is known as elaichi.
A suitable substitute for cardamom pods in a recipe is ground cardamom.
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.