Cardamom powder is widely used in Indian sweet dishes, ice creams, milk specialties, and hot masala milk. It adds flavor and aroma to many rice dishes, vegetables, and other richly-flavored dishes. It is used as a traditional flavoring in coffee and tea. any Indian and Indian-inspired dishes call for cardamom, including curry dishes, Kheer (Indian rice pudding), and chai. Indian spice blends such as garam masala also feature cardamom. You'll also find cardamom adds warmth and depth to baked goods such as cookies, bread pudding, and even cheesecake.