You might also see some cardamom marketed as "white," which is actually green cardamom that has been bleached for use in light ... larger pods than the green variety and are dark brown in color.

2. In a medium pot, toast lightly in ghee 3-4 green cardamom pods and the bay leaves with a pinch of salt. 3. Add basmati rice and lightly toast the rice until fragrant. 4. Deglaze pan with 2 tbsp ...