Harvesters need to collect 6 kilograms of raw pods by hand to produce just 1 kilogram of green cardamom. But just because several pods from the same tree are ripe doesn't mean they all will be.

The plums nestle into the buttery batter and turn juicy, while the cardamom sugar creates a sparkly crust as it bakes. Serve at room temperature for afternoon tea, or warm it and eat as a dessert ...

Cardamom In Europe, cardamom used to flavour ... The dried flower buds of the clove tree (Syzygium aromaticum) can be bought whole or as a powder. Both should be stored in a dark place and well ...