¿Qué es Mace?
The aril (lacy coating) of the nutmeg seed, valued as a spice for its delicate, pungent, and warm flavor, often used in sweet and savory dishes.
"The nuanced, sophisticated cousin to nutmeg, bringing a warm, spicy elegance to both sweet and savory recipes."
¿A qué sabe Mace?
Warm, Woody, Pungent, Subtle Nutmeg
- Taste
- Warm, pungent, slightly sweet, subtle woody
- Texture
- Powdery (when ground), fibrous (whole)
- Aroma
- Aromatic, warm, slightly piney, delicate nutmeg-like
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Flavor Intensity vs. Nutmeg
Milder, more refined
Form Used
Ground or "blade" (whole aril)
Global Production Leader
Indonesia
Información Nutricional
Per 1 g (0.25 tsp)El Secreto del Chef
To maximize flavor, toast whole mace blades lightly before grinding or adding to slow-cooked dishes.
Sustitutos y Proporciones de Mace
El mejor sustituto para Mace es Nutmeg, usado en una proporción de 1:1 (use less due to stronger flavor). Best for similar warm, sweet-savory notes, though nutmeg is stronger.
| Sustituto | Proporción | Mejor para |
|---|---|---|
| Nutmeg Mejor | 1:1 (use less due to stronger flavor) | Best for similar warm, sweet-savory notes, though nutmeg is stronger. |
| Allspice | 1:1 | Provides warm, sweet, and peppery notes for savory dishes. |
| Cinnamon + Clove | 1:0.5:0.25 (mace:cinnamon:clove) | Creates a similar aromatic warmth, good for baked goods. |
| Garam Masala (small amount) | 1:0.5 (mace:garam masala) | If a complex, warm Indian spice blend profile is acceptable. |
Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Mace
- Look for whole blades or freshly ground powder for best aroma.
- Store in airtight container.
¿Con Qué Combina Bien Mace?
- Lamb
- root vegetables
- custards
- fruit pies
- cream sauces
- spinach
- pumpkin.
Preguntas frecuentes
¿A qué sabe Mace?
Warm, Woody, Pungent, Subtle Nutmeg Aromatic, warm, slightly piney, delicate nutmeg-like
¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Mace?
El mejor sustituto es Nutmeg (1:1 (use less due to stronger flavor)). Best for similar warm, sweet-savory notes, though nutmeg is stronger.
¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Mace?
Look for whole blades or freshly ground powder for best aroma. Store in airtight container.