Green Cardamom Oleoresin

Cardamom is well known as a spice used in Indian cooking, and is one of the primary constituents of garam masala. Cardamom is also medicinal, and helps relieve digestive problems, making it more than merely an aromatic addition to the stomach-challenging cuisine it accompanies. Cardamom is considered one of the most valuable spices in the world due to its rich aroma and therapeutic properties.

Processing Method :
The essential oil of Cardamom is extracted by steam distillation from the seeds of the fruit gathered just before they are ripe. The yield is 1-5 %. On steam distillation, the spices yield their volatile constituents.

Organoleptic Properties :

• Appearance : Liquid Liquid
• Colour : Clear to Slightly Yellow Liquid
• Taste & Aroma : Characteristic of Cardamom

Applications :

• Food Industry : Foods coloured and spiced with chilli oleoresin include cheese, orange juice, spice mixtures, sauces, sweets and emulsified processed meats. In poultry feed, it is used to deepen the colour of egg yolks. Many chilli sauces use chilli oleoresin in their hot sauces.
• Pharmaceuticals : Chilli oleoresin compounds are used extensively in pharmaceuticals industry. Capsaicinoids are quite effective as analgesia, anticancer, anti-inflammation, antioxidant and anti-obesity. Capsaicinoids may have potential application in pain relief, cancer prevention and weight loss. In addition, capsaicinoids also display the benefits on cardiovascular and gastrointestinal system.