Herb or Spice
Black Cardamom
About This Entry
Black cardamom adds smoky camphor depth to Indian dal and Chinese braises — its robust aroma pairs with Syrah, Malbec, and full-bodied spice-friendly reds.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Why These Wines Work
Syrah Shiraz — Black cardamom smoky camphor spice suits Syrah smoke and pepper in Himalayan and Chinese spice service.
Common Culinary Uses
- brisket
At a Glance
Group
Whole Spices
Classification
Herbs & Spices
Usage intensity
accent
Scientific name
Amomum subulatum
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Black Cardamom
- Classification
- Herbs & Spices
- Group
- Whole Spices
- Scientific name
- Amomum subulatum
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- accent