{"product_id":"mace-blade-india","title":"Mace Blade","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003eMyristica fragrans\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"395\"\u003eMace is the lacy outer covering of nutmeg. In whole blade form it offers a more delicate, perfumed warmth than nutmeg itself, with a subtle peppery lift and a clean, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"818\"\u003eWhole mace is difficult to find in Australia, especially in \u003cstrong data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"478\"\u003ecertified organic\u003c\/strong\u003e form. Spice Zen Mace blades are selected for colour and fragrance, then quality-checked and packed for purity and freshness. A small amount makes a clear difference to the character of a dish, lending depth to milk-based desserts, clarity to creamy sauces, aromatic lift to rice and slow-cooked pots, and a traditional note in long-matured pickles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003eMace is best used by infusion. Add a blade to warming milk or cream, simmer it in broths and stocks, or cook it with rice, then remove before serving. For a fuller infusion, \u003cstrong data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003etear the blade into a few smaller pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e before adding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ooxevi\" data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eFlavour \u0026amp; Aroma Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm, floral and gently peppery, with a sweet nutmeg-like perfume.\u003cbr data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delicate warmth with gentle sweetness and fine spice depth.\u003cbr data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and lingering, lightly honeyed, with a graceful savoury note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"fuswsu\" data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1p6uv2a\" data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003eInfuse \u003cstrong data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003e1 blade\u003c\/strong\u003e in simmering milk, cream, broths, stocks, or syrups, then remove before serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wt1o55\" data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eFor deeper flavour, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003etear the blade\u003c\/strong\u003e into smaller pieces before adding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fayg1k\" data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003eAdd whole to rice, pilafs, curries, stews, and braises, then remove before serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"k1s5bq\" data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003eAdd to pickling vinegars and long-matured pickles for a refined aromatic note\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o5bv48\" data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003eUse sparingly, a small amount goes a long way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1m9me6m\" data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nqpjuk\" data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1849\"\u003eBéchamel, creamy sauces, potato bakes, and soups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vk0oa4\" data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003eCustards, rice pudding, poached fruit, and delicate desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f7824x\" data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003ePilafs, biryanis, and fragrant rice dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1006jwy\" data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003eSlow-cooked curries, stews, and braises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"l83khy\" data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003eTraditional pickling and pantry preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pk1wx4\" data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eBuilding a premium spice pantry with rare whole spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1sg2wlr\" data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003eWellness Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003eMace has long been used across European and South Asian culinary traditions for its warming fragrance and its role in festive baking and slow-cooked dishes, chosen for aroma, comfort, and a sense of richness at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"92u64v\" data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2383\"\u003ePresentation \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2384\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003eQuality-checked and packed in our gluten-free Sydney facility, then sealed in \u003cstrong data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"373\"\u003ebiodegradable, resealable stand-up brown paper pouches\u003c\/strong\u003e to retain freshness, aroma, and purity. Store airtight in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spice Zen","offers":[{"title":"20 gm","offer_id":48136430354657,"sku":null,"price":9.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40 gm","offer_id":48136430387425,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/8279\/6001\/files\/MaceBladeCloseup.png?v=1775806791","url":"https:\/\/spicezen.com.au\/products\/mace-blade-india","provider":"Spice Zen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}