Gregg's Whole Nutmeg
Nutmeg and mace are different parts of the same fruit of the
nutmeg tree. Nutmeg is the seed kernel inside the fruit and mace is
the lacy covering (aril) on the kernel. The nutmeg kernel is oval,
about 25 millimetres in length, lightly wrinkled, dark brown on the
outside and lighter brown in the inside. The tree is native to the
Banda Islands in Indonesia and has been used in China, Asia and
India for around 2000 years.
Nutmeg has a sweet, nutty, resinous and warming fragrance and
flavour that complements sweet and savoury foods. It is most often
associated with sweet dishes such as rice pudding as the spice
enhances natural sweetness in food but is also a key spice in
béchamel sauce for lasagne and tastes fantastic with pumpkin or
cheese dishes. Use a fine grater to grate the spice before use.
Gregg's Nutmeg is available in both whole and ground format.