Black Cardamom | Kali Ilaichi | काली इलायची

Black Cardamom | Kali Ilaichi | काली इलायची

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The Smoky Queen of the Himalayas

Often called the "smoky cousin" of green cardamom, Black Cardamom finds its roots in the Eastern Himalayas. Sourced from the moist, temperate forests of Sikkim, Darjeeling, and Nepal, our black cardamom is renowned for its bold, complex flavor and robust, earthy aroma, setting it apart as a staple in many hearty Asian cuisines.

We select only the highest quality pods, which are distinguished by their larger, plumper size and dark brown-to-black hue. These pods pack a potent, smoky flavor with a unique coolness, perfect for adding unparalleled depth and complexity to your cooking.

Flavor & Aroma:

  • Taste: Distinctively smoky and robust, with a surprising coolness reminiscent of mint and camphor.
  • Aroma: A powerful, earthy, and smoky fragrance that is deeply aromatic.
The Zaycca Quality Standard
  • ✓ Sourced from the Finest Origins
  • ✓ 100% Pure & Unadulterated
  • ✓ No Artificial Colors or Preservatives
  • ✓ Packed with Care for Maximum Freshness
Ideal For

An essential ingredient for authentic North Indian and Nepalese meat and legume curries.

Adds a signature smoky depth to spice blends like garam masala.

Perfect for flavoring rice dishes like biryanis and pilafs.

Used in some savory marinades and slow-cooked stews.

Health Benefits

Traditionally used in remedies to aid respiratory health.

Acts as a powerful digestive stimulant, helping to soothe indigestion and bloating.

Believed to have detoxifying properties that help cleanse the body.

Usage & Storage

Due to its intensity, one or two pods are usually enough to flavor an entire dish.

Pro Tip: Always crack the pod open slightly before adding it to your cooking. This allows the intense, aromatic flavors of the seeds to meld seamlessly into your dish.

The whole pod is typically added during cooking and discarded before serving.

Storage: Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dark place to preserve its potent smoky flavor.

Trivia

Unlike the delicate green cardamom used in sweets, black cardamom's robust profile makes it a star in savory, slow-cooked dishes.

It is a key ingredient that provides the characteristic smoky flavor in many versions of Garam Masala.

The pods are traditionally dried over an open fire, which imparts their signature smoky aroma and taste.

Ingredients

100% Pure Black Cardamom Pods (Kali Ilaichi)

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Manini Nerurkar
Excellent packaging and speedy despatch

I love Zaycca products because they last for a really long time and are packaged in earth friendly materials. The products remain fresh even after they opening and don’t get infested with any pests.

Thank you so much, Manini ji — your continued trust and encouragement mean the world to us! We're especially honoured to have your contribution to our custom blend recipes and to see you enjoying our carefully sourced and packed Black Cardamom. Ensuring freshness, purity, and ease of storage is at the heart of our promise, and your kind words reaffirm why we do what we do. Looking forward to delighting you with more products and collaborating again in the future!