Thread: Nutmeg vs. Mace
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Default Nutmeg vs. Mace

On Wed 26 Dec 2007 06:40:06p, Arri London told us...

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> Wayne Boatwright wrote:
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>> I know the physical difference between the two, that nutmeg is the seed
>> and mace is the lacy covering surrounding it. I use both in recipes as
>> specified, and I have subbed one for the other when I had run out.
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>> What I'm interested in is your personal perception of the difference in
>> flavor. The main difference I perceive is that mace has a somewhat
>> stronger flavor and is, of course, lighter in color.
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>> Anybody?
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>> --
>> Wayne Boatwright

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> Two completely different flavours for me. One wouldn't be a substitute
> for the other.


I think it depends on what the use is. I agree that the flavors are
different, but also think there's enough similarity that subbing wouldn't
be a disaster in some dishes.

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Wayne Boatwright

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