White Cardamom Bai Dou Kou 50g Dried Amomum Kravanh Fruit Whole Spice for Hot Pot Braising and Culinary Use
$5.09 – $10.30Price range: $5.09 through $10.30
Description
White Cardamom, known in TCM as Bai Dou Kou (白豆蔻), is the dried ripe fruit of Amomum kravanh. These whole dried seed pods are a classic aromatic spice in both Chinese kitchens and traditional herbal practice. In TCM theory, white cardamom is pungent in flavor and warm in nature, traditionally associated with the spleen, stomach, and lung channels. Traditionally used in decoctions and culinary broths, it is valued for its warming aromatic character. Store refrigerated and use as a culinary spice or traditional herbal ingredient.


Key Selling Points
- Whole dried white cardamom fruits, a classic aromatic spice in Chinese cuisine
- Botanical source Amomum kravanh, known in TCM as Bai Dou Kou (白豆蔻)
- Traditionally associated with warming aromatic qualities in TCM practice
- Carefully dried whole pods suitable for hot pot bases, braising, and marinades
- Convenient 50g pack, ideal for spice blends and slow-cooked dishes


Quality & Sensory
These dried pods typically show a creamy white to pale yellow outer shell with a firm, rounded shape. The aroma is typically warm, camphor-like, and pleasantly pungent. When simmered in broths or braises, they release a refreshing, slightly peppery fragrance with a mild citrusy warmth.


Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried whole spice |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 白豆蔻 |
| Pinyin | Bai Dou Kou |
| Botanical Name | Amomum kravanh |
| Plant Part | Dried ripe fruit |
| Net Weight | 50g |


Usage Scenarios
- Add whole pods to hot pot bases for a warm aromatic depth
- Simmer in braising liquids and master stocks for meats and poultry
- Include in spice sachets for stews, curries, and slow-cooked dishes
- Use in traditional herbal decoctions prepared with other botanicals


Traditional Uses
In TCM practice, white cardamom is traditionally used in decoctions and is a common component of aromatic formulas, often paired with herbs such as Amomum tsao-ko or dried tangerine peel. In the kitchen, it is a staple of Sichuan-style hot pot, five-spice braises, and Cantonese master stock. Traditionally associated with the digestive system in TCM theory, it is also used in seasonal broths during colder months.


FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: This is a 50g pack of whole dried white cardamom fruits (白豆蔻, Bai Dou Kou), the dried ripe fruit of Amomum kravanh, sold as a culinary spice and traditional herbal ingredient.
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: In TCM theory, white cardamom is pungent and warm and is traditionally associated with the spleen, stomach, and lung channels. It has long been used in aromatic decoctions and warming broths.
Q: How is it commonly used?
A: Add whole pods directly to hot pot bases, braising liquids, spice sachets, or slow-simmered broths, and remove before serving. It can also be included in traditional herbal decoctions.

Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | White cardamom 500g, White cardamom 250g, White cardamom 50g |
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