What is the difference between choti and badi elaichi?

Choti elaichi (green cardamom) is small, floral and used in both sweet and savoury dishes, while badi elaichi (black cardamom, sold as ZOFF Big Cardamom) is larger, smokier and used mainly in curries and masalas

Is cardamom powder available?

Orika Cardamom Powder is currently out of stock. Whole green cardamom pods from brands like ZOFF or Nutraj can be ground fresh at home as an alternative

Which pack size should I buy for daily cooking?

Nutraj's 20 g pouch or ZOFF's 25 g pack suit regular household use, while Orika's 50 g pack or On1y's 50 g pack work for larger or bulk kitchens

What does Orika Idukki Bold 8mm mean?

It refers to bold, 8mm-sized green cardamom pods sourced from the Idukki region of Kerala, known for producing large, aromatic cardamom

Can I use green cardamom whole in tea?

Yes, whole green cardamom pods like those from ZOFF or Daily Good are commonly crushed lightly and added directly to chai while boiling

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Choose whole green cardamom from ZOFF, Nutraj, Orika Idukki Bold 8mm, On1y, Daily Good and Surya in 20-50 g packs, plus Happy Mail's 10 g choti elaichi and ZOFF's badi elaichi (black cardamom). Orika's ground elaichi powder is currently out of stock.

Green cardamom (choti elaichi) is used whole in chai, biryani and sweets for its floral aroma, while black cardamom (badi elaichi) has a smokier flavour suited to savoury curries and garam masala blends.

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