Puxuri

Aniba puchury-minor

spice

Seeds grated like nutmeg, smelling of nutmeg, bay and sassafras, in desserts and infused rums.

Origin

Brazilian Amazon

Where to find it

Its seeds are sold at the Ver-o-Peso market in Belém, with the spices and perfumes of Amazonia.

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

A light grating is enough for a dessert; the whole seed keeps for months.

Did you know?

Each seed splits into two halves, grated like little nutmegs.