Nutmeg With Shell
Code : P9252

Nutmeg with shell refers to the whole, unprocessed seed of the Myristica fragrans tree. It consists of a hard, dark brown shell protecting the inner nutmeg kernel. This shell, in turn, is often found encased by the bright red, lacy mace (aril) when freshly harvested. The shell safeguards the nutmegs volatile oils and flavor, keeping it fresh until needed. To use, the hard shell is cracked open to access the aromatic kernel for grating or grinding.