Freshly Ground Sri Lankan Nutmeg Powder
Current price: Dhs. 43.00
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Vanilla Beans
Excellent Product! Excellent Service!
I'm a convert
I've been making my own vanilla extract for over a decade and used to buy my beans based on reviews at a Infamous Global seller. Was never sure what I would get. Then I found this company! The beans were beautiful! Fragrant, moist but not too moist, easy to cut open to expose the seeds and each Bean was six to seven inches long. I'm a happy extract maker! 💝💃🥳
High Quality Vanilla - excellent customer service.
Slo Food group team takes great care of their customers. Received a broken bottle of Vanilla and it was immediately handled. Received my replacement bottle within 3 days.
This extract is used to make our Tahitian Vanilla Cakes!
Great place to get your spices
SLO Food group is the best place I have found to buy my vanilla beans, great customer service, fast shipping and very competitive prices. Thank you for helping me with my project, Vanilla extract. Thank you don young
Nutmeg That is Fresh Ground, No Grating Required
Convenience Without Compromise
Made only with premium quality nutmeg, delivering great flavor without the extra step of grating a whole seed.
Not Just for Fall Desserts
From béchamel sauce and creamed spinach to squash, sweet potatoes, and even coffee, nutmeg belongs in savory cooking too.
Part of the Sweet Spice Quartet
Nutmeg's warm, earthy character makes it a natural partner to the rest of the classic sweet spice quartet.
A Serious Panty Staple
A spice with real versatility across sweet and savory cooking alike, no kitchen is complete without it.
Technical Specifications
| Origin | Sri Lanka |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Myristica fragrans |
| Form | Ground (Pre-Milled for Convenience) |
| Certifications | Kosher (EarthKosher), GMP |
| Flavor Profile | Warm, Slightly Sweet, Mildly Spicy, Earthy, Reminiscent of Clove and Tobacco |
| Uses | Pumpkin Pie, Spice Cookies, Creamed Spinach, Béchamel Sauce, Squash, Sweet Potatoes, Red Meats, Coffee, Macaroni and Cheese, Curries |
| Pairing | Cinnamon, Allspice, Mace, Cumin, Coriander, Black Pepper, Thyme |
| Substitution | Mace (Genuine Flavor Match, 1:1); Cinnamon, Allspice, or Cloves (Functional Stand-Ins for Warm-Spice Role Only, Not True Flavor Matches); Pumpkin Spice Blend (Contains Real Nutmeg) |
| Storage | Airtight Container, Away From Heat, Light, and Moisture |
| Shelf Life | 24-36 Months |
| Packaging | Food-Grade Pouch or Bag; Box with Liner for Bulk Orders |
What Is Nutmeg?
Cook and bake with premium spices like this freshly ground nutmeg, brought to you straight from our nutmeg tree grove in Sri Lanka. You'll find yourself returning to this warm, spicy nutmeg again and again as you test out new recipes in your kitchen. Arriving at your doorstep conveniently ground and ready to use, this nutmeg requires no preparation before it can be used to enhance your favorite meal. Buy freshly ground nutmeg online at Slofoodgroup, in bulk or small quantities.
Made from the inner seed of the nutmeg tree, nutmeg is a warm, autumnal spice that lends itself to both sweet and savory dishes. The nutmeg seeds spend six to eight weeks drying in the sun, where they will separate from their hard coatings. These coatings, called the mace, can be used as a spice in their own right. Nutmeg is often used in dishes during the fall months, as its warm and slightly sweet notes practically embody the season. Curious about nutmeg's ancient history? Read more on our whole nutmeg page, where we cover its journey from the Spice Islands to Sri Lanka.
Nutmeg vs. Mace
While nutmeg is the inner seed of the nutmeg tree, it grows in close proximity to the mace, or outer coating. Mace can be harvested and used as a spice just as nutmeg can, but the similarities end there. Although these two elements grow very closely, they actually have many differences and cannot be used interchangeably. Red in color when ground, mace is slightly spicier than nutmeg, which has a delicate sweet flavor. Often described as a cross between cinnamon and pepper, mace is rarely used in the same dishes as nutmeg.
What Does Nutmeg Taste Like?
Whole Nutmeg vs. Ground Nutmeg
Substituting for Nutmeg
Reminiscent of clove and tobacco, nutmeg is an intense spice with a distinct flavor and unique aroma. Nutmeg is slightly sweet and mildly spicy, with undertones of earth and warmth. It can even seem slightly spicy for those who are not used to bold flavors. Nutmeg is often paired with other spicy-sweet seasonings like cinnamon and allspice, all of which add a comforting, almost nostalgic flavor to any dish.
In addition to this freshly ground nutmeg, the spice can also be bought whole and grated directly into the dish of your choice. While this will give you the freshest, strongest nutmeg flavor, it can be inconvenient for those who like their spices to be ready at a moment's notice. Luckily, this ground nutmeg is made only with premium quality ingredients, so your dishes will taste just as delicious as they would with freshly-grated nutmeg.
Out of ground nutmeg mid-recipe? Mace is the closest genuine substitute, since it comes from the same fruit and shares real aromatic similarities with nutmeg, use it at a 1:1 ratio. Cinnamon, allspice, and cloves are commonly suggested as well, but it's worth being honest: none of them actually taste or smell like nutmeg. What they do share is a similar warm, spiced role in a recipe, particularly in baking, so they can work in a pinch if a dish's overall spice profile matters more than replicating nutmeg's exact flavor. If you go this route, use cinnamon or cloves at about half the amount called for, and allspice at a 1:1 ratio, then adjust to taste. Pumpkin spice blend is another genuinely solid fill-in, since it already contains nutmeg alongside clove, cinnamon, allspice, and ginger, try our homemade pumpkin spice recipe if you'd rather make your own from scratch.
Popular Nutmeg Dishes
Due to its warm, slightly spicy flavor, nutmeg is the perfect addition to many dishes. The spice is subtle enough to complement the sweetness in a dessert and bold enough to cut through other rich flavors in a savory dish. When using nutmeg in a dish, be sure to add a little at a time and taste your food often, as it's easy to overpower a dish with the intense flavors of the spice.
While nutmeg is known for its use in spicy autumnal desserts such as pumpkin pie or spice cookies, it is the perfect addition to many other dishes, both sweet and savory. Traditionally, nutmeg was an important ingredient in creamed spinach, and remains an essential part of a béchamel sauce. Nutmeg holds up well against other strong flavors, so it's great for use when cooking things like squash, sweet potatoes, and red meats. You can even sprinkle it over your coffee for a spicy finishing touch.
How to Store Ground Nutmeg
Store your ground nutmeg in an air-tight container where it can be protected against heat, light, and moisture. A cupboard or pantry is preferable to a space on your countertop, as the nutmeg will maintain its freshness for as long as possible. Properly stored, nutmeg can stay fresh for years at a time, but with the quality and flavor of this premium ground nutmeg, you'll likely run out before very long.
An earthy, nutty spice, nutmeg is the perfect addition to your pantry. With sweet notes and a slightly spicy bite, nutmeg can complement the flavor of many dishes, including desserts and savory meals. With this premium ground nutmeg, the spice arrives at your door ready to be added to your favorite dish. Upgrade your spice cabinet and order this high-quality ground nutmeg today.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Ground Nutmeg is currently available for purchase at Slofoodgroup.
- 4oz of ground nutmeg currently costs $11.50, or $2.87/oz, at Slofoodgroup.
- No. Despite the name, nutmeg is not a peanut or tree nut. It is a dried seed which is ground into a spice.
- Ground nutmeg can last for years, but it will start to lose its potency over time. If stored properly, ground nutmeg will generally stay at best quality for about 2 to 4 years. Store your ground nutmeg in an air-tight container where it can be protected against heat, light, and moisture.
- Yes, ground nutmeg can be used as a substitute for fresh nutmeg. However, the flavor will not be as potent.
- Mace is the closest genuine substitute, since it comes from the same fruit as nutmeg and shares real aromatic similarities, use it at a 1:1 ratio. Cinnamon, allspice, and cloves are commonly suggested too, but they don't actually taste like nutmeg, they just fill a similar warm-spice role in baking. Pumpkin spice blend is another solid option, since it already contains real nutmeg.
- Cinnamon and nutmeg are two different spices derived from different plants. Cinnamon has a warm, sweet flavor with a bit of spice. Nutmeg has a similar, but more subtle and woodsy flavor. Although they are different, cinnamon and nutmeg complement each other well in many dishes.
- Generally, 2 to 3 teaspoons of nutmeg is equal to one whole nutmeg.