Not Just Eggnog: 8 Foods That Taste Incredible With a Touch of Nutmeg
Ask most people what nutmeg goes with and they will say: eggnog, pumpkin pie, maybe rice pudding. That is about three percent of what this spice can actually do.
Nutmeg is one of the most versatile spices in the world — it bridges savoury and sweet, warm and fresh, rich and light. Here are eight pairings that will change how you use it.
1. Creamed spinach. A grating of nutmeg into creamed spinach or sautéed greens cuts through the richness and adds warmth. This is a classic French technique that works on any leafy green.
2. Mashed potatoes. Nutmeg in mashed potatoes is the difference between “nice” and “what is your secret?” A quarter teaspoon transforms the entire dish.
3. Coffee. A tiny pinch of nutmeg in your coffee grounds before brewing adds a warm spiced note. It is subtle enough that people will notice something different but cannot identify what.
4. Mac and cheese. Nutmeg in the béchamel base of mac and cheese deepens the cheese flavour without making it taste spiced. Cooks have been doing this for centuries.
5. Grilled chicken. Mix ground nutmeg with salt, pepper, and paprika for a dry rub. The nutmeg adds warmth that complements the char from the grill.
6. Roasted carrots. Toss carrots with olive oil, salt, and a pinch of nutmeg before roasting. The natural sweetness of the carrots and the warmth of the nutmeg are made for each other.
7. Dark chocolate. Melt dark chocolate, add a pinch of nutmeg and a pinch of sea salt. Pour over ice cream or use as a dip for fruit. The nutmeg makes chocolate taste deeper and more complex.
8. Hot sauce. Wait — nutmeg in hot sauce? Absolutely. Tanjong Sauce® is built around this very idea. The nutmeg does not compete with the heat; it rounds it out. The result is a hot sauce with genuine depth, not just fire.
Nutmeg is not just for December. It is for every meal, every cuisine, every day of the year.
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