{"product_id":"nigerian-calabash-nutmeg-ehuru","title":"NIGERIAN CALABASH NUTMEG (EHURU) - 500g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNigerian Calabash Nutmeg, known locally in Nigeria as \u003cb\u003e'Ehuru' (Igbo), 'Ariwo'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Yoruba), or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-processed=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e'Airama'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Edo), is an aromatic, woody, and slightly peppery seed derived from the Monodora myristica tree. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a staple West African spice used to enhance traditional soups, stews, pepper soup, and dishes like Nkwobi and Isi Ewu. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong data-processed=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eKey Details About Nigerian Calabash Nutmeg (Ehuru):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eFlavour \u0026amp; Aroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt has a warm, earthy, and mildly pungent flavour with a smoky aroma, which is often considered more intense and woodier than common nutmeg.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAQ\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt is best used by roasting the seed over a flame to crack the outer shell, removing the kernel, and grinding it into a powder, which releases a stronger flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAg\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eCulinary Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWidely used in Nigerian cuisine to elevate dishes such as pepper soup, banga soup, and tomato-based stews.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAw\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eMedicinal Properties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn traditional medicine, it is used to manage headaches, treat constipation, improve digestive health, and provide anti-inflammatory effects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQBA\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eHealth Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt is rich in potassium, iron, manganese, and calcium. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAQQAA\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eIt is often mistaken for or used as a substitute for nutmeg, but it is technically a different species, sometimes referred to as African or Jamaican nutmeg.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NGBRIGHT FOODSTUFFS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61465174245706,"sku":null,"price":2.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/8652\/5770\/files\/WhatsAppImage2026-03-29at22.25.31i.jpg?v=1774819715","url":"https:\/\/ngbrightfoodstuffs.com\/products\/nigerian-calabash-nutmeg-ehuru","provider":"NGBRIGHT FOODSTUFFS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}