Description
Nutmeg, (Myristicafragrans), tropical evergreen tree (family Myristicaceae) and the spice made of its seed. The tree is native to the Moluccas, or Spice Islands, of Indonesia and is principally cultivated there and in the West Indies.
Whole nutmeg will stay fresh indefinitely, but must all the time be stored away from heat and moisture. If your nutmeg use is only occasional, buying whole nutmeg is the most suitable choice because each time it is grated It is going to provide fresh, fragrant, and flavorful spice.
Nutmeg has a long culinary history and can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. In the United States, probably the most common uses is in desserts, especially apple or pumpkin pie. Nutmeg can also be used to flavor meats and is steadily an ingredient in spice blends such as garam masala or curry. It is going to begin fading within weeks. The spice can work fine for acne if you add it to your food often.
The spice nutmeg has a distinctive pungent fragrance and a warm moderately sweet taste; Nutmeg is also used in various beverages, such as eggnog, chai, mulled wine, or as a garnish over foamy coffee drinks. It is among the spices included in pumpkin spice mix and in items that are part of the pumpkin spiced food trend.
Nutmeg is particularly well suited for creamy or cheesy dishes and is steadily added to Alfredo or bechamel sauce to create depth. The spicy flavor of nutmeg provides a nice contrast to the creaminess of the cheese.
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