Harvested while still immature and sun-dried, green cardamom seeds have always been preferred by chefs. For one, these fresh, fragrant green pods are ideal for steeping in coffee or tea, considering they lend a unique flavor to them. Besides, not only does green cardamom make food taste a hundred times better, but it also helps in reducing gas, countering acidity and is considered good for asthma patients as well. It can also increase appetite, and be used as a mouth freshener. No wonder cardamom seeds are also known as “the grains of paradise”! Just be careful when using this spice for the first time, as a little goes a long way, and it is very easy to overpower a dish.