By Shireen Jamooji
January 1, 2023
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India has a love-hate relationship with cardamom. While it is an integral part of most of our staple spice mixes, finding an elaichi in your food can ruin your whole day. Here are some dishes which celebrate the spice and will maybe change your mind.
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A favourite for many kids, there’s something about creamy kulfi and the distinct taste of elaichi that makes this frozen treat the best of both worlds.
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With slow cooked mutton or lamb, cardamom provides an earthy taste and enhances this rich curry in a way no other spices can.
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Simple, sweet and spiced, these basic sugar cookies are taken up a notch by the addition of cardamom which gives them a unique twist and an unbeatable taste.
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One place that elaichi is not just liked but loved is in a hot cup of chai. Spiced with masalas and sweetened with sugar, it’s the perfect comforting sip.
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A sophisticated cocktail featuring the botanical notes of gin heightened by the warm and spicy undertones of cardamom.
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Succulent roast chicken infused with the citrusy notes of orange and the earthy warmth of cardamom.
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Transform a classic carrot soup by adding a touch of cardamom, imparting depth and richness to this wholesome bowl.
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