Ground Mace
Ground Mace
Ground Mace, Myristica fragrans, is a sweet and woodsy spice that is called mace spice, mace powder, ground mace spice or mace seasoning.
Mace is the second spice that comes from the nutmeg tree. Nutmeg isn't actually a nut, but rather the seed of an apricot-like fruit, kind of like a peach pit. Mace is the lacy, fibrous covering that wraps around the nutmeg.
Businesses that frequently purchase Ground Mace are:
- seafood restaurants;
- brewers;
- butchers;
- bakeries;
- catering companies; and
- independent spice shops
We also carry top quality Whole Nutmeg and Ground Nutmeg.
Flavor Profile
Ground Mace is warm and aromatic with hints of lemony sweetness and pepper. It is similar to nutmeg, but more delicate.
How To Use
Ground Mace can be used in the same sorts of applications as its cousin, nutmeg, but its surprising citrusy aspect means it works particularly well in dairy-based dishes like cream sauces or soft cheese blends, like a ricotta filling for cannoli or the mascarpone in tiramisu. It also enhances fruity dishes like pavlova or buckles, and makes a nice addition to lighter fleshed baked or grilled fish, pork, or sweet root vegetables.
Use Ground Mace when making barbeque sauces, cabbage, cakes, carrots, cheese dishes, coffee drinks, cookies, curries, homemade doughnuts, mashed potatoes, oyster stew, puddings, pumpkin pie, spinach, Swedish meatballs, sweet potato pie, stuffing, squash, and yams.
The flavor of Ground Mace pairs well with chocolate, butter, clove, allspice, vanilla, fennel, apple, caraway, coriander, cumin, ripe plantain, beets, saffron, and cinnamon.
Also Called | Mace spice, mace powder, ground mace spice or mace seasoning |
Species | Myristica fragrans |
Ingredients | Dried, ground mace blades |
Flavor Profile | Warm, aromatic, sweet, lemony, peppery |
Recommended Uses | Baking, vegetables, pork, fish, soups, stews, dairy, coffee |
Cuisine | Global |
How To Store | Airtight container in a cool, dark place |
Shelf Life | 6-12 months |
Country of Origin | India |
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size1 tsp
Amount Per Serving
Calories11
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g1%
Trans Fat0g
Polyunsaturated Fat0g
Monounsaturated Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium1.9mg0%
Total Carbohydrate1.2g0%
Dietary Fiber0.5g2%
Total Sugars0.0g
Added Sugars0g0%
Sugar Alcohol0.0g
Protein0.2g0%
Vitamin D0mcg0%
Calcium6mg0%
Iron0mg2%
Potassium11mg0%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. These values were calculated and therefore are approximate. For more accuracy, testing is advised.