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Cardamom Simple Syrup

Cardamom simple syrup is a flavor of simple syrup you won’t find in the store, it’s very easy to make and has many uses. I think of cardamom as “Indian vanilla” because it is so good as a flavor enhancer, especially in desserts and sweet drinks.

Prep: 4 min
Cook: 5 min
Total: 9 min
Servings: 16
Cardamom Simple Syrup

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp cardamom seeds
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  1. Coarsely crush the cardamom seeds with a mortar and pestle.

  2. Combine all ingredients in a pan and bring to a boil.

  3. Turn off the heat. Let cool.

  4. Pour into a bottle or jar through a fine mesh strainer. Refrigerate for up to a month.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 0.5
  • Calories: 25
  • Carbohydrates: 6
  • Protein: 0.04
  • Fat: 0.04
  • Saturated Fat: 0.003
  • Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.002
  • Monounsaturated Fat: 0.003
  • Sodium: 0.5
  • Potassium: 4
  • Fiber: 0.1
  • Sugar: 6
  • Vitamin C: 0.1
  • Calcium: 2
  • Iron: 0.1
  • Serving Unit: oz