Freshly grated whole nutmeg is more flavorful than prepackaged ground nutmeg, which may have filler added to its content. Draw the nutmeg against the holes of the grater. The unused portion may be stored in the small compartment of the grater. A nutmeg grater has a fine-rasp, slightly curved surface. The grating is accomplished by rubbing the nutmeg across the grater's surface.
Many graters store the whole nutmegs in containers attached to the bottom or back of the unit.
The spring serves to keep downward pressure on the nutmeg, forcing it into a sharp blade that, when the crank is rotated, grates the nutmeg. NUTS Any of various dry fruits that generally consist of an edible kernel enclosed in a shell that can range from medium-hard, thin and brittle to woody and tough. Most nuts are sold both shelled and unshelled. Shelled nuts come in many forms including blanched or not, whole, halved, chopped, sliced or minced. They're sold in plastic bags and boxes, and vacuum-packed in cans and jars.