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Pear — Nutrition & Culinary Profile

Sweet and juicy fruit, rich in fiber and vitamins C and K.

Calories57kcal

Protein0.36g

Fat0.14g

Carbohydrates15.23g

Fiber3.1g

Sugar9.75g

Density0.8g/ml

Portion178g

Shelf life14days

Vitamins

A0mg

C4.3mg

D0mg

E0.12mg

K4.4mg

B10.01mg

B20.03mg

B30.16mg

B50.05mg

B60.03mg

B97mg

B120mg

Minerals

Calcium9mg

Iron0.18mg

Magnesium7mg

Phosphorus12mg

Potassium116mg

Sodium1mg

Zinc0.1mg

Selenium0.1mg

Culinary profile

sweetness7

acidity3

bitterness1

umami1

aroma6

textureJuicy, tender, and slightly grainy due to stone cells

Properties

glycemic index38

glycemic load4

ph4

water activity0.98

Diets

✓ vegan✓ vegetarian✓ paleo✓ gluten free✓ mediterranean

Processing states

raw

Fresh, unprocessed ingredient. Store refrigerated.

57 kcal4°C120 hrs

boiled

Cooked in boiling water. Softer texture, some nutrient loss to water.

54.15 kcal4°C48 hrs

steamed

Steamed. Minimal nutrient loss, retains natural texture.

55.86 kcal4°C48 hrs

baked

Oven-baked. Moderate water loss, flavour concentration.

62.7 kcal4°C48 hrs

grilled

Grilled over high heat. Fat drips off, smoky flavour.

61.56 kcal4°C24 hrs

fried

Pan-fried or deep-fried in oil. Higher fat and calorie content.

137.42 kcal4°C24 hrs

smoked

Smoked. Extended shelf life, concentrated flavour, lower moisture.

65.55 kcal4°C168 hrs

frozen

Frozen at -18°C. Nutrition virtually unchanged. Thaw before use.

57 kcal-18°C2160 hrs

dried

Dried/dehydrated. Highly concentrated nutrients. Rehydrate before cooking.

374.57 kcal20°C8640 hrs

pickled

Pickled in brine or vinegar. Acidic taste, extended shelf life.

71.26 kcal4°C720 hrs

Best pairings

Hard cheese9.0 / 10

Walnuts8.7 / 10

Honey8.6 / 10

Cinnamon8.6 / 10

Chocolate8.6 / 10

Ginger8.3 / 10

Vanilla8.0 / 10