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Jaifal - or nutmeg as it's known in English - those small brown nuts that smell like Christmas and taste like warm, sweet spice heaven. It's aromatic, slightly sweet, and a little goes a long way. Most people use it in biryani, korma, chai, and desserts. Also popular in traditional remedies for sleep and digestion. Grate it fresh right before using for maximum flavor - pre-ground loses potency fast. One whole nutmeg lasts weeks of regular cooking. Warning: don't go overboard - too much causes side effects. Used correctly, it's one of the most versatile and aromatic spices.
This hard seed comes from the nutmeg tree native to Indonesia. Used for centuries in Indian, Middle Eastern, and European cuisines. The outer covering becomes mace (javitri), the inner seed is nutmeg. Contains compounds like myristicin and eugenol that give it medicinal properties. In Ayurvedic and Unani medicine, used for digestive issues, sleep problems, and pain relief. Fresh whole nutmeg keeps its oils and potency far longer than ground powder. The warm, complex flavor works in both sweet and savory dishes.
Quality whole nutmeg should be oval-shaped, hard, and heavy for its size. Color should be brown with slight grayish tone, not pale or very dark. Should smell intensely aromatic - warm, sweet, and slightly woody. When you scratch the surface with your nail, oils should release strong fragrance. Avoid nutmegs that are light, hollow-feeling, or have no smell - they're old or poor quality. Whole nuts can last years if stored properly.
Let's be honest about what it offers:
| Nutritions | How Much |
|---|---|
| Calories | 525 kcal |
| Protein | 5.8 g |
| Fat | 36.3 g |
| Carbs | 49.3 g |
| Fiber | 20.8 g |
| Calcium | 184 mg |
| Iron | 3.0 mg |
| Magnesium | 183 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
(Used in very small amounts - typically less than 1g per serving)
Warm, aromatic, powerful. Jaifal (Nutmeg) in Dubai - the spice that adds magic to dishes.
Just a pinch - about 1/4 teaspoon grated for a pot of curry or biryani. Nutmeg is very strong, more is not better. Too much causes bitter taste and can make you feel sick. Start tiny, you can always add more. One whole nutmeg gives you many uses.
No. Never eat nutmeg in large quantities - it's toxic in high doses. More than 1-2 teaspoons can cause serious side effects like nausea, dizziness, hallucinations, and heart problems. It's a spice for flavoring in tiny amounts, not for consumption by the spoonful.
Use a fine grater, microplane, or special nutmeg grater. Hold the nutmeg and grate lightly - you need very little. Grate only what you need right before using. The oils are strongest when freshly grated. Store the rest of the whole nutmeg for next time.
Traditional remedy for insomnia. Add small pinch (1/8 teaspoon) to warm milk before bed. Don't use more - it won't work better and can cause side effects. Some people find it helpful, others don't notice much. Safe to try in small amounts.
Traditional remedy - nutmeg oil has pain-relieving properties. Apply tiny amount of grated nutmeg mixed with water to the affected area. But see a dentist for proper treatment - this is temporary relief only, not a cure.
Jaifal (nutmeg) is the inner seed - brown, hard, needs grating. Javitri (mace) is the red lacy covering around the seed - more delicate flavor. Both come from same fruit. Javitri is more expensive and has slightly different, more refined taste. Not interchangeable in recipes.
Whole nutmeg lasts 4-5 years if stored properly in airtight container, cool and dark place. Ground nutmeg loses flavor within 6 months. This is why buying whole and grating fresh is worth it. If the aroma weakens significantly, time to replace.
Only in food amounts - the tiny pinch you'd use in cooking is safe. Avoid medicinal amounts or concentrated doses - nutmeg can stimulate uterus in large quantities. When cooking normally, the amount is too small to cause issues. Consult your doctor if concerned.
In cooking amounts, yes. But never give children nutmeg as medicine or in concentrated form. Keep whole nutmegs away from kids - they're hard and can be choking hazard. The small amount in chai or food is perfectly safe.
You used too much, or it's old and rancid. Fresh nutmeg should be warm and sweet, not bitter. Also, burning it (adding to very hot oil) makes it bitter. Add nutmeg to dishes with liquid or at lower temperatures. Check if your nutmeg smells fresh.
Yes, the tiny amounts used in cooking have minimal impact on blood sugar. Some studies suggest nutmeg may even help regulate blood sugar, but more research needed. Safe as a flavoring spice for diabetics. Just watch the sugar in recipes that contain nutmeg.
Indian, Pakistani, and Middle Eastern grocery stores always stock it. Large supermarkets in the spice section. Look for whole nutmegs that are heavy, aromatic, and unblemished. We deliver premium whole jaifal (nutmeg) across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah.
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