What is a viable substitution for the spice, Cardamam? The cost is prohibitive.?

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What is a viable substitution for the spice, Cardamam? The cost is prohibitive.?

Recipe is for cookies and it requires1/2 teaspoon or more, to taste.

2007-12-12 10:09:04 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes

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Nothing really can be substituted for cardamom. The closest spice would be whole aniseed or star anise (make sure to ground into small pieces) or whole cumin.

2007-12-12 10:20:23 · answer #1 · answered by Georgia Peach 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

I think I'd just leave it out. It's a common spice when baking w/ apricots. If it seems suitable, you may try Â¼ tsp. cinnamon, but it may not work in all recipes calling for cardamom.

2007-12-12 18:16:13 · answer #2 · answered by Sugar Pie 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋

the only thing close is cinnamon. Cardamon has a very unique smokey taste.

2007-12-12 18:18:46 · answer #3 · answered by hillbilly_cupcake 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋