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Idukki Green Cardamom | Bold 8mm+ Kerala Elaichi Pods

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Bold 8mm+ Idukki green cardamom (elaichi) pods from the Cardamom Hills of Kerala, with a cool, citrusy aroma and warm natural sweetness.

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Idukki green cardamom (elaichi) is a whole spice from the Cardamom Hills of Kerala, where cool weather and heavy rainfall give aromatic, oil-rich pods. Buy green cardamom online here as bold 8mm+ whole pods in 40 g, 100 g and 200 g packs. Crack one open and the aroma is cool, citrusy and warmly sweet.

Why buy our green cardamom online

  • From one farm family: grown by our farmer partner in Idukki, a family that has grown cardamom in these hills for generations.
  • Hand-picked: each cardamom pod is picked by hand at peak maturity.
  • Bold pods: 8mm+ elaichi, cleaned with care and dried in the sun.
  • Sealed fresh: packed in airtight, opaque, resealable zip-lock pouches to lock in aroma.

How to use elaichi

Elaichi works in both sweet and savoury dishes. Lightly crush two pods into masala chai. Add whole pods to biryani and pulao. Grind the seeds into garam masala. Use the powdered seeds in elaichi kheer, halwa and other festive sweets.

For the strongest flavour, crack the pod just before cooking. Use the whole pod in rice and curries, and the seeds alone in sweets and drinks. Whole pods keep their aroma far longer than ground cardamom, so grind only what you need.

Pack sizes and storage

The 40 g pack suits a small kitchen or a first try. The 100 g pack lasts a regular chai drinker for a good while. The 200 g pack is for families who cook with elaichi every day or make sweets for festivals. Keep the pouch sealed after each use, and store it away from sunlight and moisture. Use a dry spoon each time.

Pairs well with

Cardamom and black pepper both go into garam masala, so pair it with Wayanad Black Pepper. For rich biryani, add Idukki Mace. Find more spices from the same hills in our Kerala spice collection.

Weight : 40g, 100g, 200g
Dimensions : 23 x 16 x 7.5 cm
Origin : Cardamom Hills, Idukki, Kerala
Grade : 8mm+ bold green pods, handpicked at peak maturity
Packaging : Airtight, opaque, resealable zip-lock pouch
Brand : Gardenia Whispers
FSSAI Licensed
Also known as : Elaichi (Hindi), Elakkai (Tamil), Elakkayi (Malayalam), Yelakki (Kannada), Velchi (Marathi)
Green cardamom is the third most expensive spice in the world after saffron and vanilla

Add 2 to 3 whole pods to masala chai, biryani, or pulao by tempering them in ghee or hot oil to release the aroma slowly.
Drop 1 to 2 pods into elaichi kheer, payasam, or halwa while the milk is simmering for a warm, sweet fragrance.
Use 4 to 5 pods in garam masala by lightly crushing them first, then grind the seeds fresh.
Crack open a pod and chew the seeds after meals as a natural mouth freshener.
For baking, remove the seeds from 3 to 4 pods and grind them into a fine powder just before adding to the batter.
Add a whole pod while brewing biryani or Middle Eastern coffee for a fragrant twist.
Store in the original resealable zip-lock pouch, away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.
Keep the pouch tightly sealed after each use to preserve the essential oils and aroma.

Shelf Life: 12 months from the date of packaging.

Best stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pods in an airtight container or reseal the original pouch after every use.

Whole cardamom pods hold their aroma and flavour much longer than ground cardamom. For the freshest taste, crush or grind the seeds just before adding them to your dish.

Every Gardenia Whispers pack is printed with a packaging date and a best-before date. Check the label on your pouch for exact details.

Idukki Green Cardamom | Bold 8mm+ Kerala Elaichi Pods₹ 385.00
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Why is Idukki green cardamom considered premium quality?

The pods are bold, 8mm+, hand-picked at peak maturity by a farm family in Idukki, then cleaned and sun-dried.

What does Idukki green cardamom taste and smell like?

It smells cool, citrusy and warmly sweet as soon as you crack the pod.
Should I use the whole pod or crush it?

Use the whole pod in rice and curries. Crush the pod or use only the seeds in chai, kheer and sweets.
How should I store green cardamom?

Keep it in the resealable opaque pouch, sealed after each use, away from sunlight and moisture.