Desi Kitchen Ground Mace 2.5 oz brings you premium powdered mace — the lacy outer covering of the nutmeg seed with a softer, more delicate spice flavor that adds warmth and floral depth to Indian biryanis, sweets, and garam masala blends. Available at Anoras Cash N Carry in Los Angeles.

Premium Ground Mace for Delicate Warmth

• Pure ground mace with a delicate, warm, and slightly floral flavor
• Key ingredient in authentic biryani, korma, and Mughlai spice blends
• Softer and more refined flavor than nutmeg — excellent in milk-based desserts
• 2.5 oz jar of freshly ground mace for cooking and spice blending

How to Use

Add a pinch to biryani masala along with cardamom, saffron, and kewra water for Mughlai authenticity. Blend into garam masala for a subtle floral warmth. Stir into kheer, custard, or rice pudding for a delicate spice note. Use in baked goods like pumpkin bread, spiced cakes, and fruit pies as a refined alternative to nutmeg.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between mace and nutmeg? Mace is the outer covering of the nutmeg seed — it has a similar but milder, more floral flavor than nutmeg and is considered more refined in cooking.

Can I substitute mace for nutmeg? Yes in most recipes — use mace in equal quantity, keeping in mind its flavor is slightly less intense than nutmeg.

What cuisines use mace frequently? Mace is central to Mughlai, North Indian, and South East Asian cooking, as well as European baking traditions like French bechamel sauce.

Allergen note: Packaged in a facility that may handle tree nuts and sesame. Check label for the most current information.