Green Cardamom | Elaichi | Elakkai | ilaayachee | Elakki | Yalakulu
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Green Cardamom | Elaichi | Elakkai | ilaayachee | Elakki | Yalakulu
Handpicked from our partner farmer farms in Alleppey, green cardamom is known for its intense aroma and unique taste.
One of the most popular ancestral varieties of Green Elaichi is known across the country. Most of the farmers are Gi tag certified.
Cardamom, also recognized as elaichi or queen of spices, is a spindle-shaped spice.
Green Cardamom
Cardamom is a spice that has a sweet, spicy flavor.
Elaichi | ilaayachee
It is often used in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine. Cardamom can be used whole or ground and is available both pre-packaged and in bulk.
Elakki | Yalakulu
When purchasing cardamom, look for green pods with smooth surfaces.
Avoid pods that are brittle or have black spots.
Ground cardamom will keep for about six months in an airtight container, while whole pods will stay fresh for about a year.
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It has either a green or brown hue and is papery and thin.
Small black seeds are present inside it.
Velchi Choti Elaichi
They have a strong aroma and a mild taste.
The one with a dark brown covering is Badi elaichi, and the green one is called Choti elaichi.
Desserts and savory and spicy dishes are seasoned using this spice.
Spice is considered essential for dental health.
The black seeds are covered with silver and are often consumed as mouth fresheners. They also help to deal with motion sickness and nausea.
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Nutritional values per 100 Grams |
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Fruit |
Cardamom |
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Calories |
309 |
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Glycemic Index |
80 |
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Quantity |
% Daily Value* |
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Energy |
1292 KJ (309 kcal) |
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Total Fat |
7.9 g |
11% |
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Saturated fat |
0.8 g |
4 % |
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Polyunsaturated fat |
0.5 g |
3% |
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Monounsaturated fat |
0.2 g |
1% |
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Cholesterol |
0 mg |
0% |
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Sodium |
17 mg |
0% |
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Potassium |
1147 mg |
32% |
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Total Carbohydrate |
63 g |
29% |
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Dietary fiber |
32 g |
122% |
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Sugar |
0.1 g |
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Protein |
12 g |
21% |
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Vitamins |
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Vitamin A equivalent |
0 μg |
0% |
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beta-Carotene |
5.2 μg |
0% |
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lutein zeaxanthin |
94 mg |
7% |
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Thiamine (B1) |
0.01 g |
1% |
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Riboflavin (B2) |
0.32 mg |
0% |
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Niacin (B3) |
0.52 mg |
1% |
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Pantothenic acid (B5) |
0.47 mg |
0.7% |
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Vitamin B6 |
0.41 mg |
0.6% |
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Folate (B9) |
0.3 μg |
0% |
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Vitamin B12 |
0 μg |
0% |
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Choline |
4.5 mg |
3% |
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Vitamin C |
0.2 mg |
0.3% |
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Vitamin E |
1.57 mg |
1% |
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Vitamin K |
2.72 μg |
0% |
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Minerals |
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Calcium |
386 mg |
42% |
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Copper |
0.3mg |
0% |
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Iron |
14.13 mg |
1% |
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Magnesium |
7mg |
3% |
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Manganese |
0.1 mg |
0% |
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Phosphorus |
0.3 mg |
0% |
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Potassium |
1147 mg |
32% |
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Selenium |
0.2 mcg |
0% |
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Sodium |
17 mg |
0% |
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Zinc |
0.09 mg |
0% |
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Other Constituents |
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Water |
0.7 |
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Lycopene |
0 |
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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. US recommendations for adults. Source: USDA Nutrient Database |
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Units : μg = micrograms, mg = milligrams, IU = International units |
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