Organic
Cardamom Leaves
Elaichi Patta
इलायची पत्ता · Elettaria cardamomum
- Origin:
- Kerala, Karnataka
- Flavour:
- Mild cardamom, grassy and slightly sweet
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About Cardamom Leaves
Cardamom leaves are the large, broad leaves of the cardamom plant used as natural food wrappers and flavouring in South Indian, Thai and Southeast Asian cuisines. In South India they are used to wrap and steam Pathiri (rice pancakes) and other preparations, imparting a subtle cardamom-like fragrance. The leaves contain volatile oils similar to but milder than the seeds.
Health Benefits
- Contains 1,8-cineole and similar volatile compounds to cardamom seeds
- Antimicrobial properties from volatile oil content
- Used in traditional medicine for digestive health
- Natural food wrapper that is biodegradable and food-safe
Culinary & Industrial Uses
- Food wrapping for steamed preparations in South Indian and Thai cuisine
- Flavouring layer for grilled fish and meat preparations
- Natural aromatic in Southeast Asian culinary traditions
- Herbal tea for digestive support and mild flavouring
Processing & Grades
Fresh leaves carefully dried at low temperature to preserve volatile oils and green colour. Available as whole dried leaves or cut and sifted for culinary use.
