I got an idea a few weeks ago. I realize I’m not the first to dream up this combination, but I did dream it up all by myself!
What did I dream? Well, I have some cardamom pods in my pantry. I thought, “Hey. I’ll bet a few seeds would be lovely in zucchini bread.” I. WAS. RIGHT!! Okay – maybe it’s not going to appeal to you. But I LOVE IT!
All you need is the seeds from 6 or 7 cardamom pods (green) and a mortar and pestle. Grind the seeds into a nice fine powder and add to your favorite recipe for zucchini bread.
Your recipe will need a couple of changes if you want to bring out the best in the cardamom flavor.
First: Omit the cinnamon (if your recipe calls for it)
Second: Add a dash or two of nutmeg. Nutmeg and Cardamom were M.F.E.O. (made for each other)
Isn't that pretty?
If you think chocolate chips would be good – think again. I did it last time. The flavor of the cardamom was obliterated by the chocolate.
Trust me. This cardamom thing is best kept simple and elegant.
Zucchini bread – yummy!
Wished I could “come by and get a slice”…and it most definitely wouldn’t be warm! ;0)
HA. It most definitely won’t be. But if you do come I’ll make some just for you!!
Cardamom is one of my favorite spices of all, and this just sounds scrumptious. You’re a GENIUS!!! And the picture looks so tasty!!!
I TOTALLY though of you as I sat there grinding those little seeds.
That does sound really good! Thanks for the tip. I recently had some cardomom rolls at Lone Pine Coffee in Bend and they were heavenly! Yum!
You can come by and get a slice.
It’s still warm.