How is black cardamom different from green cardamom?

Black cardamom (Amomum subulatum) is a larger pod, smoke-dried over open flame for a bold, resinous, almost campfire aroma. Green cardamom is bright, sweet, and floral. They are different species and not interchangeable.

Can I substitute black cardamom for green?

Not really. Green is sweet and aromatic for chai and baking; black is smoky and savory for dals, biryanis, and slow braises. Swapping one for the other changes the dish.

How do I use black cardamom?

Use whole pods in long-cooked savory dishes (curries, dals, braises, rice), then remove before serving, or grind the seeds into spice blends like garam masala.

Vietnam

Black Cardamom

Name: Black Cardamom
Brand: Noble House Spice
Availability: InStock

Black cardamom, smoke-dried over open flame for a bold, resinous, campfire aroma worlds apart from its green cousin. A savory backbone for dals, biryanis, and slow braises.

Form

Size

Origin: Vietnam

Freshly harvested · Year-round

$296.94per 20 lb · ships ~22.5 lb

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Single-origin, traceable to its growing region
Ships in 2–7 business days
FSSC 22000, Organic, Kosher and Non-GMO
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Product specs

Harvest time: Year-round
Grades: No grades.
Certificate of Analysis: Aerobic Plate Count, Coliforms, E.Coli, Mold, Yeast, Salmonella, heavy metals.
Water activity: <0.70
Molds: <0.01%
Foreign matter: <0.01%

Shipping & returns

Stocked items ship in 2–7 business days; larger and custom orders ship on a quoted timeline. Shipping is calculated at checkout by weight and destination.

Because these are food products, we can't accept returns of opened goods. If an order arrives damaged, incorrect, or short, email sales@noblehousespice.com within 7 days and we'll make it right. See our full terms.

Black Cardamom

$296.94 · 20 lb

Frequently asked

How is black cardamom different from green cardamom?: Black cardamom (Amomum subulatum) is a larger pod, smoke-dried over open flame for a bold, resinous, almost campfire aroma. Green cardamom is bright, sweet, and floral. They are different species and not interchangeable.
Can I substitute black cardamom for green?: Not really. Green is sweet and aromatic for chai and baking; black is smoky and savory for dals, biryanis, and slow braises. Swapping one for the other changes the dish.
How do I use black cardamom?: Use whole pods in long-cooked savory dishes (curries, dals, braises, rice), then remove before serving, or grind the seeds into spice blends like garam masala.