Ground Nutmeg
Ground Nutmeg
Couldn't load pickup availability
Description
Description
Botanical name: Myristica fragrans
Nutmeg has been treasured since ancient times for its intoxicating warm, piney, sweet and nutty aroma and as a spice that evokes cosy kitchens, old-world baking and rich, luxurious sauces. Indigenous to the fabled Banda Islands of Indonesia, nutmeg and mace are uniquely born of the same fruit: nutmeg from the seed, mace from the crimson lacy covering that surrounds it.
Spice Zen’s Ground Nutmeg is made from certified organic nutmeg that is finely milled at origin, then quality checked and hand-packed at our gluten-free Sydney facility.
Beloved across Indian, Middle Eastern, European and American kitchens, ground nutmeg brings gentle spice to cakes, pastries and puddings; depth to béchamel, creamy soups and pasta; and warmth to vegetables, stews and beverages. A small pinch transforms both everyday meals and festive favourites, from mashed sweet potato to spiced chai or eggnog.
Flavour & Aroma Profile
Warm, sweet, piney and delicately spicy with light woody and nutty undertones.
How to Use
-
Use a small pinch per serve in sauces, soups or vegetables
-
Add ⅛ to ¼ tsp per recipe in baking or custards
-
Stir lightly into béchamel, mashed potatoes or cream sauces
-
Add sparingly to curries or slow-cooked dishes for warmth
-
Sprinkle a pinch into warm milk or chai
Start light. Nutmeg builds quickly and can dominate if overused.
Perfect For
- Creamy sauces and béchamel-style dishes
- Baked desserts and festive sweets
- Mashed potatoes and winter vegetables
- Spiced beverages and warm milk drinks
- Slow-cooked curries and European-style stews
Wellness Note
Across world food cultures, nutmeg has long been admired for the comfort it brings to both body and spirit.
In Ayurveda, nutmeg (jaiphal) is considered warming and grounding, traditionally used in very small amounts to balance Vata and Kapha and enjoyed sparingly for Pitta, especially in warm milk or sweets.
Presentation & Storage
Quality-checked and hand-packed in a recyclable amber glass jar to protect aroma and freshness. Store airtight in a cool, dry place away from heat and light.
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
Recipe Inspirations & Pairings
Recipe Inspirations & Pairings
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
WHY CERTIFIED ORGANIC?
Certified organic ingredients are grown naturally, without synthetic chemicals or pesticides and handled with care from source to shelf. Independent certification gives you confidence that we meet strict organic standards and maintains its integrity throughout the journey.
THE SPICE ZEN Difference
Gluten free across our entire range.
Produced and packed in a dedicated gluten free facility.
Independently tested and endorsed by Coeliac Australia.
Premium certified organic ingredients; wildcrafted Australian natives.
No fillers, preservatives, flavourings or extracts.
Small-batch production for Freshness & Integrity.
Small family-owned business
Crafted carefully to meet dietary requirements.
Guided by respect for people, traditions and the environment.
