Cloves vs. Nutmeg in Chili Recipe

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I have a recipe that calls for a scant amount of cloves. Would nutmeg be a good substitute?



Best Answer

In my opinion, yes. Go easy, you can always add more, but you can't take it away.

I would actually grab nutmeg for chili long before I would consider cloves.




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Do people put cloves in chili?

Tasty with a mild spice, this chili recipe is made with beef and beans and is perfect for dinner! And it has a unique ingredient that makes this chili POP with flavor, clove!

Can I use nutmeg in place of cloves?

Clove Substitute: Nutmeg This warm spice is both nutty and sweet. Ground nutmeg can be used in place of ground cloves by itself or in combination with some of the spices below. Keep in mind that it's super strong, so a little goes a long way.

Do people put nutmeg in chili?

Cinnamon is a fairly common addition to chili, but you can also use small amount of nutmeg, cloves, allspice, and other sweet spices to make it more aromatic.

How do you make chili more flavorful?

Cinnamon, strong coffee, and dark chocolate all boost them meaty flavor in a good chili. Pick any of the following: 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1 whole cinnamon stick, a shot of espresso, a small cup of strong coffee, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, or a few squares of good-quality dark chocolate.



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Answer 2

I agree with @Jolenealaska and would also suggest allspice or cinnamon. The warmth of those, and adding cumin, does very well in chili.

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