A CLOSER LOOK
How to recognize it
Large brown oval pods with lengthwise wrinkles and clustered seeds inside.
In the kitchen
Used to perfume braises and stocks; whole pods are usually removed before eating.
Not the same spice as green cardamom. Recipes may use whole or cracked pods.
Ask about this ingredient
这道菜里有草果吗？
Does this dish contain Tsaoko (Chinese black cardamom)?
A few dishes to explore
These examples use this ingredient in typical or optional preparations. Open the dish to see the distinction; a restaurant’s recipe can differ.
