Nutmeg Powder

Nutmeg is used as a spice all over the world due to its warm and slightly nutty flavor. It is farmed for two spices- nutmeg and mace. Nutmeg is around 20 to 30 mm long and 15 to 18 mm wide. It is egg-shaped. A dried nutmeg is roughly 5 to 10 grams in weight.

SCIENTIFIC NAME : Myristica fragrans

FAMILY : Myristicaceae

ORIGINS

Nutmeg is a tropical dark-leaved evergreen tree that may reach a height up to 65 feet. Evidence of its usage goes back to 3500 years back. It is native to the Spice Island of Indonesia. It is also cultivated in West Indies. Said is that through ancient trade routes, Indians learned the use of Nutmeg from the Indonesians.

CARE

Be careful while adding nutmeg powder as a large amount can cause serious side effects. Just enjoy small amounts mostly used in the kitchen.

NUTMEG POWDER

Try our natural nutmeg powder that says no to fillers, additives, preservatives, and anti-caking agents. Once you taste it you will say no to your ordinary powder.

CULINARY USES

Nutmeg powder is used to add taste to many kinds of baked food as well as meats, potatoes, sauces, beverages, and vegetables. It can be added to chai tea and hot chocolate. In India, nutmeg is found in every kitchen and is preferred in many sweet and savory.

Nutmeg is used in cookies to cakes, bread to biscuits, and custards to salads because of its warm and sweet flavor.

MEDICINAL USES

Though nutmeg is preferred as a spice for its flavor it contains good health benefits. It has a lot of compounds that promote health and prevents diseases. It works as antioxidants, anti-inflammatory. It may boost libido that enhances sex drive and performance. It is used to control blood sugar as well as to boost mood. It is beneficial for the heart.