Black cardamom is a key ingredient in India's famous garam masala spice mixture and several other masalas mixes.
Black cardamom is dried over an open fire and has a distinct smoky aroma and flavour.
Black cardamom is often referred to as the 'Queen of Spices'. While it is commonly used as a flavouring spice for many Indian dishes, it also contains a number of health benefits.
Cardamom has a strong, sweet, pungent flavour and aroma, with hints of lemon and mint. Black cardamom has a smoky note and a cooling menthol one as well.