{"product_id":"nutmeg","title":"Whole Nutmeg (Jaifal) | A Grade, Heavy Kernels, Bore Free","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhole Nutmeg, The Warm Secret of Every Indian Household\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala carefully picks A-grade whole nutmeg kernels. Each weighing 6-7 grams, ensuring they’re dense and free of bore holes. Each batch is lab tested for oil content and packed in 3-layer low-moisture packaging to keep them mold-free and fresh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrate fresh jaifal directly into your garam masala mix, warm milk, kheer, or biryani for a flavour and natural fragrance that no powder can match.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Makes Hathi Masala Whole Nutmeg Stand Out?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Hygienically Packed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Fresh.Effiecient. Pure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Lab Tested Every Batch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Flavour locked packaging \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Exported to 60+ Countries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAbout Hathi Masala Nutmeg (Jaifal)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Jaifal(Nutmeg)?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhole nutmeg (jaifal) is the dried seed of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMyristica fragrans tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It mainly imports from Indonesia but is also grown along India's Malabar and Konkan coasts. The kernel is enclosed in a hard shell, which is removed before grading and packing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has a warm, woody, and light sweet aroma, and an intense, sharp odor when freshly grated. In traditional Indian dishes, it’s used in small quantities as a finishing spice. In dishes like biryanis, garam masala mix, and slow-cooked gravies. It’s also commonly used in warm milk, halwa, kheer, and Mughlai dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe natural fragrance of jaifal comes from a compound known as myristicin. Whole seeds holds its aroma longer than readymade powder. That’s why freshly grated jaifal always tastes and smells noticeably better than anything from a container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourcing and Origin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala sources A-grade, export-quality whole nutmeg seeds from Kerala and Karnataka. These are India's primary jalfal-growing states along the Konkan and Malabar coasts. The humidity and laterite soils of these regions produce jaifal with high, potent essential oil content. Sourcing from domestic farms allows for direct quality checks at the grading stage before the kernels are packed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHow Hathi Masala Grades and Processes Whole Nutmeg \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grading procedure for whole seed is more important than for most other whole spices because defects are hidden inside the seed, not visible from the outside. The two main problems that reduce the quality of whole jaifal are bore holes and internal mold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBore Holes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bore holes are caused by a small insect known as the nutmeg weevil, which burrows into the jaifal kernel from the inside. The kernel looks normal from the outside, but has lost most of its flavour and natural oil. It weighs less and gives almost no aroma when grated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal Mold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Internal mold develops when jaifal kernels with high moisture are sealed before proper drying. The mold grows inside the seed and isn’t visible until the seed is cut or grated. This makes it unsafe to consume.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow Hathi Masala Ensures Quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hathi Masala selects only A-grade kernels weighing 6-7 grams. At this weight, kernels affected by bore holes or mold are automatically screened out as they weigh comparatively less. Every batch is lab-tested for moisture and myristicin levels before packaging, and it’s sealed in low-moisture packaging to keep it fresh until you use it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use Whole Nutmeg in Your Kitchen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Garam masala:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Grate a small piece, roughly the size of a quarter kernel, into your garam masala blend along with cardamom and cloves. It is a finishing spice. Use it last and in small quantities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Warm milk and haldi doodh:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Add 1-2 gratings of jaifal directly into hot milk before serving. It adds warmth and a light, earthy note that goes well with green cardamom and saffron.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Kheer and halwa:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Add freshly grated jaifal as a final touch after cooking. Heat destroys the myristicin compound quickly, so add it at the end, not during cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Biryani and Mughlai gravies:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A small grating of jaifal goes into the whole spice mix or the marinade. It is part of the base flavor architecture of most Mughlai masala pastes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- How to grate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use the fine side of a box grater. Grate only what you need. Store the remaining kernel in an airtight box. Never pre-grate and store as powder. The aroma evaporates within hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eA Quick Grade Guide: Choose the Right Quality for Your Daily Needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"95\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"91\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"164\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"96\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"177\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacteristic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBore Holes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Grade (Hathi)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6-7g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDense, high in oil, fully potent aroma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZero tolerance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGaram masala, warm milk, and desserts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eB Grade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5-7g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate density, Medium oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOccasional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpice mixtures, General regular cooking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC Grade \/ Mixed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBelow 5g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight, weak aroma, lower oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndustrial grinding only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefits of Nutmeg in Your Diet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt contains myristicin, elemicin, and eugenol, compounds that add to its warm, resinous character and studied properties. In Ayurvedic practice, a small scraping of jaifal in warm milk has long been used as a sleep aid and digestive support, particularly for post-meal heaviness. Jaifal is a source of manganese, copper, and magnesium. It also contains small amounts of dietary fiber. Because of its potency, itis used in very small quantities, typically a few gratings per serving, which means a whole kernel lasts several weeks of regular use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJaifal, in large quantities, can be harmful beyond culinary use. Use only in normal cooking amounts. These are natural dietary properties and do not replace medical advice for any health condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Store Hathi Masala whole nutmeg in an airtight container in a dark, dry place. Avoid pre-grating and storing. Should be used up within two years of packaging. The whole seed will hold its myristicin and flavor for much longer..\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuality You Can Trust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala has been manufacturing spices since 1952. Every whole kernel is graded at 7g or above to screen out borehole-affected and low-oil kernels before packing. Each batch is lab-tested for myristicin content, moisture, aflatoxin, and microbial safety. Sealed in low-moisture packaging designed to prevent internal mold after packing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fssai.gov.in\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFSSAI-Certified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.iso.org\/iso-22000-food-safety-management.html\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eISO 22000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Manufacturing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Lab tested every batch. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Cryogenic Grinding Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Hygienically Packed. Dedicated sterilization facility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Flavour-locked packaging \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMore from the Hathi Masala Kitchen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore related categories:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/collections\/salts\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - Black Salt, Rock Salt \u0026amp; Pink Salt for enhanced taste and daily use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/collections\/blended-spices\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlended Spices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Kitchen King, pav bhaji, chana masala \u0026amp; more\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-7372f3b1-7fff-87c8-b281-a7a426f0b29c\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/collections\/pickle-masala\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickle Masala\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Ready-to-use masala mixes for homemade achars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hathi Masala","offers":[{"title":"75g","offer_id":44924807905350,"sku":null,"price":114.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7790\/8038\/files\/hathi-masala-nutmeg-jaifal-75g-front.png?v=1775714948","url":"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/products\/nutmeg","provider":"Hathi Masala","version":"1.0","type":"link"}