Cardamom Powder Recipe

a black spoonful of cardamom powder above a vitamix.

Learn how to make cardamom powder at home in just 1 minute! It's quick, aromatic, and so much more flavorful than anything you'll buy at the store!

Course indian

Cuisine Indian

Keyword cardamom powder, ground cardamom, how to make cardamom powder

Prep Time 1

Cook Time 0

Total Time 1

Servings cup

Calories 1472kcal

Author Maria Doss

Equipment

Vitamix

Ingredients

2 cups cardamom

Instructions

Place the cardamom pods in a high-speed blender (like a Vitamix or an Indian-style dry grinder) and blend for about 1 minute, or until you get a fine powder.
👉 Pause once or twice to scrape down the sides and give everything a quick stir to ensure even grinding.
Transfer the cardamom powder to an airtight container or a freezer-safe zip-top bag, seal tightly, and store it in the fridge or freezer to keep it fresh and aromatic.
👉 If your blender or grinder got warm during the grinding process, let the ground cardamom cool completely before sealing it—this helps prevent moisture buildup and keeps it from clumping.

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Notes

If your cardamom powder isn’t finely ground, simply sift it through a fine mesh sieve to remove any larger bits or husk. This gives you a smooth, delicate powder—perfect for desserts.

To preserve its aroma and freshness, always store the ground cardamom in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.

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