News flash, foodies: Cardamom is having a major moment. For the uninitiated, it’s a spice that comes from the pods of the Elettaria and Amomum plants, and it’s known for its uniquely aromatic taste and smell. It’s the mainstay of Indian cuisine and pairs equally well with both sweet and savory foods. Curious? Try these 12 recipes that star cardamom (including a cocktail, of course).
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Cardamom Is Trending (and Here Are 12 Ways to Cook with It)
By: Stephanie Cain
Published: March 13, 2018
Floating Kitchen
Gimme Some Oven
1.
Chai Spiced Granola
Snacktime just got tastier (and healthier, too).
Local Milk Blog
3.
Cardamom Rose Iced Latte
Once you’ve mastered the basics, spice things up a notch.
Vanilla and Bean
4.
Cardamom-Spiced Carrots and Apples
You’ll never eat plain veggies again.
Recipes from a Pantry
5.
One-Pot Chicken with Caramelized Onions and Cardamom
Just toss it all into a single pan.
Floating Kitchen
6.
Cardamom and Chocolate Hazelnut Bread
A holiday dish you can bake year-round.
The Modern Proper
8.
Grapefruit Cardamom Gin Fizz
This cocktail is so healthy, it’s basically a green juice.
Recipes from a Pantry
9.
Orange and Cardamom Baked Salmon
Psst: The leftovers are great on salad.
Cupcake Project
10.
Blood Orange and Cardamom Olive Oil Pound Cake
Aka how to seriously impress your houseguests.
Plays Well With Butter
12.
Dirty Chai Affogato
End your meal on a sweet note, thanks to PureWow Coterie member Jesse Reilly.