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An intensely aromatic spice with a complex sweet-spicy flavor, often called the 'queen of spices.' Cardamom is essential in Indian chai, Scandinavian baking, and Middle Eastern coffee.
Crack green pods slightly to release seeds before adding to dishes. Use whole pods in rice pilafs and remove before serving. Ground cardamom works in baking and spice blends. A little goes a very long way.
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