Nutmeg Whole
For best results, grate before use. One whole nutmeg grated equals 2 to 3 teaspoons of ground nutmeg.
Nutmeg is the seed of an evergreen tree that produces both nutmeg and mace. Nutmeg is more pungent and sweeter than mace, however. Nutmeg is a mild baking spice and is used in sausages, meats, soups and preserves. It is grown in Indonesia and Grenada and is commonly added to eggnog, puddings and fruit pies. It is also popular in the Netherlands and Italy, where it is used in vegetables, puddings and stews. Nutmeg is also considered a perfect spice for baking and is popular in sweet breads, cakes, muffins, cookies and fruit pies.
Available in 100g spice jars.
Culinary UsesNutmeg is usually associated with sweet, spicy dishes - pies, puddings, custards, cookies and spice cakes. It combines well with many cheeses and is included in soufflés and cheese sauces. In soups it works with tomatoes, split pea, chicken or black beans. It complements egg dishes and vegetables like cabbage, spinach, broccoli, beans onions and aubergine (eggplant). It flavours Italian mortadella sausages, Scottish haggis and Middle Eastern lamb dishes. It is often included as part of the Moroccan spice blend "ras el hanout". It is indispensable to eggnog and numerous mulled wines and punches.
IngredientsWhole Nutmegs
Nutrition / Allergen InformationSuitable for vegetarians
Gluten Free
