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Nutmeg

Nutmeg is an aromatic spice made from the seed of the nutmeg tree and is commonly grated into sweet and savory dishes.

Nutmeg — illustrative ingredient image

About Nutmeg

Nutmeg is the dried seed kernel of the nutmeg fruit, used whole for grating or sold already ground. It is a seasoning rather than the surrounding aril, which is processed as mace. The seed has a hard, brown, wrinkled exterior when whole and a **warm, sweetly aromatic, slightly peppery flavour**.

Cooks grate or sprinkle nutmeg into custards, baked goods, drinks, sauces, soups, vegetable dishes, and meat preparations. Whole nutmeg generally preserves its fragrance longer than ground nutmeg, while ground spice disperses readily through a mixture.

Whole nutmeg is hard and brown with a wrinkled surface; ground nutmeg is a loose brown powder. Fresh grating leaves fine aromatic particles, whereas commercial milling produces a more evenly dispersed seasoning. The intensity and texture depend on the form and amount used.

Ingredient type
seasoning

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Local names for nutmeg

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English

nutmeg

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Nutmeg seed

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nutmeg seed (dried)

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nutmeg seed (ground)

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Nutmeg, dried, ground

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Nutmeg, Powder

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Spices, nutmeg, ground

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Nutmeg nutrition & diet

Nutmeg nutritional value

Spices, nutmeg, ground

Per 100 g of the edible portion in the recorded food form.

Calories
525kcal
Protein
5.8g
Carbs
49.3g
Fat
36.3g

Reference values for the specific food form shown. Other varieties, brands and preparations can differ.

Portions & preparation

Nutmeg is used as a grated or ground spice, so the relevant portion is typically a small seasoning amount rather than a standalone serving. Match whole seed, freshly grated, or packaged ground nutmeg, and record whether it is blended with other spices or added to a prepared recipe.

Compare the right form: Match nutmeg seed from the specified species as whole, grated, or ground spice; distinguish pure nutmeg from seasoning blends.

Diet considerations

Nutmeg is plant-derived seed spice when sold pure. Compatibility changes if a blend includes dairy, animal-derived flavorings, or cereal carriers, or if it is incorporated into a dish with meat, eggs, or other animal ingredients. Baked coatings and sweetened cereal foods should be assessed separately.

AI-authored reading notes · Awaiting editorial review. Measured values, where available, have a separate source above.

Dietary compatibility

  • Vegan
    Typically compatible
  • Vegetarian
    Typically compatible
  • Pescatarian
    Typically compatible
  • Keto
    Not established
  • Paleo
    May be compatible
  • Low-carb
    Not established
  • Halal
    Not established
  • Kosher
    Not established
What these diet assessments mean
Vegan · Typically compatible
The plain ingredient profile is plant, fungal or mineral based. Added ingredients in a prepared product need a separate check.
Vegetarian · Typically compatible
The plain ingredient profile is plant, fungal or mineral based. Added ingredients in a prepared product need a separate check.
Pescatarian · Typically compatible
The plain ingredient profile is plant, fungal or mineral based. Added ingredients in a prepared product need a separate check.
Keto · Not established
A defined serving and sourced carbohydrate data are needed before assessing this dietary pattern.
Paleo · May be compatible
May fit a paleo pattern, depending on the cut or form, processing and added ingredients.
Low-carb · Not established
A defined serving and sourced carbohydrate data are needed before assessing this dietary pattern.
Halal · Not established
Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish halal status.
Kosher · Not established
Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish kosher status.

For the plain ingredient · Awaiting review. Diet compatibility is not allergy suitability or halal/kosher certification. Keto and low-carb depend on the portion.

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Sources & review

Nutrition reference: USDA FoodData Central — Spices, nutmeg, ground ↗. Values are scaled from 100 g of the recorded edible form. Individual portions have no assumed fixed weight.

Expanded overview, name examples and nutrition notes are database drafts awaiting editorial review. Numeric nutrition values, where shown, have their own source and food-form reference.

The ingredient description and dish connections come from the draft catalogue and may change after review.

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