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High Quality Organic Cardamom Seeds - Green Cardamom AD Dried Raw Herb Spice

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About Organic Green Cardamom Seeds

Green Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum), often referred to as the “Queen of Spices,” is prized worldwide for its distinct aromatic flavor and therapeutic properties. Our High Quality Organic Cardamom Seeds are carefully harvested and dried to retain their natural essential oils, delivering rich fragrance and superior taste. The ‘AD’ grade cardamom represents one of the premium quality categories commonly sought in international markets for its size, color, and freshness.

Sourced organically, these seeds are free from synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, ensuring purity and eco-friendliness. The green cardamom pods are handpicked to preserve seed integrity and ensure consistent moisture content.

Common Varieties and Grades

Green cardamom is mainly classified into several grades based on size, weight, and appearance. Typical categories include Extra Bold (EB), Super Bold (SB), and Bold (B). The ‘AD’ grade sits within the higher quality spectrum, appreciated for uniform size, intense aroma, and vibrant green color with minimal broken pods or seeds.

Characteristics and Nutritional Properties

Green cardamom pods are small, spindle-shaped capsules measuring about 1–2 cm. The seeds inside are intensely aromatic due to the presence of essential oils like cineole and limonene. These compounds contribute to their flavor and several health benefits.

Nutritionally, cardamom seeds contain antioxidants, vitamins (especially vitamin C and riboflavin), and minerals such as manganese, calcium, and magnesium. They have traditionally been used to aid digestion, freshen breath, and support respiratory health.

Uses and Applications

Green cardamom is highly versatile in culinary and medicinal contexts. It is widely used as a spice in both sweet and savory dishes across South Asian, Middle Eastern, and Scandinavian cuisines. Common uses include flavoring teas, coffees, desserts, rice dishes, and spice blends like garam masala.

In the herbal and natural remedy sector, dried cardamom seeds are utilized in traditional medicine for their carminative, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.

Harvesting and Production Process

The cardamom plant typically flowers and fruits twice a year, with pods harvested by hand when they reach optimal maturity but before turning brown. After harvesting, pods are quickly dried using shade or low-temperature dryers to maintain the green hue and essential oil content. Proper storage in moisture-proof and airtight packaging preserves their quality for export.

Quality Standards and Packaging

Our organic green cardamom complies with international quality and safety standards including impurity limits, moisture content (usually below 12-13%), and absence of foreign matter. The product is sorted, graded, and packed carefully in hygienic facilities.

Typical export packaging includes vacuum-sealed bags, food-grade poly bags, kraft paper bags, or cartons of various sizes (5kg, 10kg, 25kg) depending on buyer requirements. These measures ensure the spice’s fragrance and freshness remain intact during global shipping and storage.