Green Cardamom Pods

Premium Quality Green Cardamom Pods from Guatemala Used in both savory and sweet recipes green cardamom pod are a superstar in the cooking world. Most famously cardamom is heavily consumed in India and the Middle East. Cardamom's use in food also continues to grow in both the US and Europe due to its unique flavor profile. Like Arabica coffee, green cardamom plants thrive in mountainous regions, so Guatemala is a significant exporter of both products. However, despite cardamom thriving in this country, Guatemalans do not use this spice.  Cardamom Origins: Where does green cardamom come from?  Green cardamom pods are actually part of ginger family.Elettaria cardamomum as these pods are often called are one of the worlds oldest spices. Most cardamom pods are cultivated in countries like Southern India, Sri Lanka, and Guatemala. These pods bring a citrusy, intense flavor to any dish. Each pod is a combination of a triangular outer shell containing seed clusters arranged in a spindle shape