The composition of black cardamom includes carbohydrates, fiber, protein, vitamin C, niacin, pyridoxine, riboflavin, thiamin, iron, calcium, magnesium, manganese, zinc and 1.5 - 5.0% of essential oil. This study is to develop a process of extraction and recovery of black cardamom oil, thereby contributing to creating a scientific basis for the processing of black cardamom in Vietnam.