About Cardamom Powder
Botanical Name: Elettaria Cardamomum Maton
Family: Zingiberaceae
Part used: Capsule
Harvesting month: September, October, November, December, January
Packaging and labelling As per buyer requirement.
- The cardamom, known as the “queen of spices”, belongs to the ginger family Zingiberaceae. It is one of the most exotic and most expensive spices in the world after vanilla and saffron. Indian Hail has an ancient history of human civilization.
- Herb is an indigenous plant in parts of India, Sri Lanka and parts of Southeast Asia, where it is found in the wild. It was introduced in other parts of Asia and is widely cultivated due to aromatic seeds. The cardamom is called as a mixed seasoning because it is used in sweet and salty foods.
Specification of Cardamom Powder
| Perticulars | Content |
|---|---|
|
Moisture content (w/w) |
12% max |
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Ash Content (w/w) |
10% max |
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Acid Insoluble Ash (w/w) |
2% max |
|
Volatile Oil |
3% max |
|
Purity |
98% to 99.5% |
Why to Choose Cardamom Powder
Features & Quality Assurance
- Elimination of all ferrous contamination in ground spices using 9500 gauss German magnets.
- ETO/ Steam treatment for sterilization for both whole and ground form.
- Heat Drying Treatment in spices to reduce moisture and contamination of spices.
- In-House microbiological and physical analysis of spices.
- Mechanized processes followed for end product spices include.
- Mechanized cleaning and sorting of spices to ensure purity.
- Extreme care taken for Roasting & Blending of spices to enhance flavor by using sophisticated, fully automated state of the art equipment.
- The Masalas so produced are different and unique due to its quality of quick dispersibility.
Health Benefits
- Antioxidant and diuretic properties may lower blood pressure.
- May contain cancer-fighting compounds.
- May protect from chronic diseases thanks to anti-inflammatory effects.
- May help with digestive problems, including ulcers.
- May treat bad breath and prevent cavities.
- May have antibacterial effects and treat infections.
- May improve breathing and oxygen use.
- May lower blood sugar levels.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts (Approximate per 100 g)
| Perticulars | Content |
|---|---|
|
Calories |
311 Kcal |
|
Total Fat |
6.7 g |
|
Saturated Fat |
0.7 g |
|
Polyunsaturated Fat |
0.43 g |
|
Monounsaturated Fat |
0.87 g |
|
Trans Fat |
0 g |
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Cholesterol |
0 mg |
|
Sodium |
18 mg |
|
Total Carbohydrate |
68 g |
|
Dietary Fiber |
28 g |
|
Sugars |
0 g |
|
Protein |
11 g |
|
Vitamin A |
o mug |
|
Vitamin C |
21 mg |
|
Calcium |
383 mg |
|
Iron |
13.97 mg |