Maced: meaning, definitions and examples

cooking, food

To 'maced' is to finely chop or dice food items, particularly vegetables and fruits, into very small pieces. This technique is often used in culinary practices to create uniform textures and enhance the presentation of dishes. The term can refer to the preparation of various ingredients for salads, garnishes, or salsas, where a minced or finely chopped result is desirable. Depending on the culinary tradition, different tools may be used for macing, including knives or food processors.

chop, dice, finely cut, mince

Examples of usage

• She maced the garlic for the sauce.

• He maced the herbs to sprinkle over the dish.

• They maced the onions for the salad.

• After macing the peppers, they added them to the stir-fry.