Have you ever had the experience of drinking tea or coffee with ” Hel spice” or cardamom? 90% probability you will say no. I suggest you mix cardamom powder with tea or coffee or brew it and drink it.
Cardamom has a heavenly aroma and is excellent to use with Persian tea.
I have said little about cardamom’s wonderful flavor in food and drinks. In my opinion, cardamom is the best spice after saffron. Stay with me as I share the incredible benefits and history of this expensive and delicious spice.
What is “Hel spice” or Cardamom?
Cardamom, or “Hel spice,” is a green spice with an intense and addictive taste. Since ancient times, cardamom has been known for its great aroma and taste, and today, with the development of science, this magical green spice has had many medicinal benefits. In Iran, this species is called “hel”.
This spice has many health benefits. This spice is native to India, Nepal, and Indonesia. This spice is available in two colors: green and black. This spice has been expensive and valuable in the past and was even exchanged for luxury goods in trade.
The first time I smelled this spice was 30 years ago, but it had such a strong smell that it still lingers in my mind. Stay with meals cook site to read the benefits of this magic spice.
Types of cardamom
- Green cardamom: It is the most widely used type of cardamom and is widely used for its aroma and medicinal benefits.
- Black cardamom: It has a smoky flavor and is often used in savory dishes.
- White cardamom: with a milder aroma and flavor, it is the same green cardamom that has turned pale and white.
Culinary uses
It is a spice with extraordinary and incredible efficiency. Cardamom is an effective spice for use in Asian and Middle Eastern teas and coffees Indian sweets and Iranian stews and dishes.
The taste of this spice with Iranian tea provides an excellent drink with a heavenly taste and aroma. In modern cooking, chefs test the spice in various dishes, from salty to sweet, and get an extremely attractive result.
Medicinal benefits
Property | Description |
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Digestive Health | Helps improve the digestive system’s health and prevent diseases such as cancer. |
Antioxidant | Contributes to overall body health by fighting oxidative stress. |
Mood Enhancement | Helps make you happy and prevents depression. |
Diabetes Treatment | Due to its high manganese content, it is useful for treating diabetes. |
Aroma and Smell | Known for its strong aroma and smell. |
Exercise Benefits | Walking and exercising increase the body’s oxygen level. |
What is Hel spice in English?
Hel spice is known as Cardamom in English. Cardamom is available in three colors: green, black, and white. Green cardamom powder in cooking and baking is the most widely used of these models. The excellent taste makes this spice very special.
Cultivation and production
To cultivate and produce this spice, we need a tropical climate. This climate is available in hot and dry countries such as India, Guatemala, and Sri Lanka. Cultivation and production of this spice takes time and requires high precision, affecting this product’s value.
Buying and maintenance tips
- When buying this spice, you should pay attention to the color of this spice, which should be natural green.
- Fresh cardamom has a strong aroma. If the spicy aroma of this spice does not attract you, it is probably not fresh and has been produced for a long time.
- To buy this spice, pay attention to its shell. If the shell is open, it does not have the quality of fresh cardamom.
- After buying, you should keep it in a closed bottle and container. It should be kept in the cabinet and away from sunlight and heat.
Conclusion
Cardamom, with its different colors and rich and old history, is an excellent and aromatic spice in food and drinks, is also a plant with magical healing properties and helps human health. And several years are the time to plant and harvest this product.
Potential Benefits of Cardamom
Supplement use should be individualized and vetted by a healthcare professional, such as a registered dietitian, pharmacist, or healthcare provider. No supplement is intended to treat, cure, or prevent disease.
In traditional medicine, cardamom has been used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and psoriasis.4
Cardamom has also been touted for its pharmacological effects. Some studies have found cardamom to be:1
- Antioxidant
- Antimutagenic
- Antibacterial
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antidiabetic
- Heart protective
- Liver protective
- Chemoprotective (an agent that may reduce the side effects of chemotherapy)
sourced:https://www.verywellhealth.com/
FAQ :
1. In what foods or drinks is “hel spice” used?
This spice is combined in various Iranian stews and even drinks such as tea and coffee.
2. How to store this?
In a dry, cool place and away from direct sunlight (usually in the cabinet).
3. Can I use cardamom seeds instead of cardamom plants?
Yes, you can use it, but it has a more spicy and intense taste and is not recommended.
4. Is cardamom useful for digestion?
Yes, in the recipes of traditional medicine, the use of this spice in food is useful for digestion.
5. How is cardamom harvested?
These spice bushes are kept until they are produced after two to three years, and their products can be harvested. As we said, this spice product is in capsule form.
It is harvested after it becomes completely green and starts to dry on the plant.
6. Why is cardamom so expensive?
Considering that the time from planting to harvesting is very long and expensive.
7. What is the difference between green and black cardamom?
Sweet green has more aroma, while the black model has a smoky taste.
8. Can I use cardamom in drinks?
Yes, using these spice seeds in tea, coffee, and other drinks is better.
Did you like this article about cardamom?
In my opinion, the best spice for cooking after saffron is green cardamom.
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Hi mohsen
Please give me into about
Cardamom tea
Tnx
Hi dear Rashel, I will definitely give you a recipe for tea with cardamom
A brief explanation about it: before brewing tea, we put a cardamom seed in the teapot and add boiling water to the mixture of tea and green cardamom, and after 15 to 20 minutes our cardamom tea is ready.
I have been living in California for 10 years, since I was 20 years old. I travel to Iran once a year and the first thing I do is to go to the market in Tehran and buy all kinds of spices, especially green cardamom.
This spice is an inseparable part of my and my family’s food basket
I understand exactly how you feel because I have been living in Turkey for several years and whenever I return to Iran I have to prepare a lot of spices and dried vegetables. Rice and saffron have the same situation, especially saffron.
What is Hel spice in English?
Hi dear Ramila
Hel in English means : Cardamom
The difference between green cardamom and black cardamom is that
Hi dear Mahsa
Green cardamom has a very strong and intense flavor, while black cardamom has a smoky and vague cardamom flavor. The taste of black cardamom is cool, in general, green cardamom is more widely used, tastier and more expensive than black cardamom