Cardamom, a spice native to India, also known as “New ginger”, is an aromatic plant widely used as a spice for various types of dishes. Having a greenish color and a slightly burning flavor, it is considered one of the most expensive spices in the world.
-Highly nutritious and excellent for intestinal function, cardamom has many vitamins and fibers, anti-inflammatory and astringent properties so it is very good for our body:
- Facilitates digestion, thus preventing constipation, the feeling of bloating and facilitating weight loss;
- Its abundance of powerful vitamins ensures that the consumption of this spice also benefits the skin, keeping it looking good, clean and looking youthful;
- Cardamom is also on the list of foods that help control blood pressure;
- Decreases bad breath, as it has antiseptic action inside the mouth etc.
How to use cardamom:
This plant is a super versatile food and can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. It can be consumed in the form of seasoning in meats, in the form of tea, in coffee, cakes, pies, puddings and incorporated into other various recipes.