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Plum — Nutrition & Culinary Profile

Sweet stone fruit, excellent for jams, desserts and drying.

Calories46kcal

Protein0.7g

Fat0.28g

Carbohydrates11.42g

Fiber1.4g

Sugar9.92g

Density0.65g/ml

Portion66g

Shelf life7days

Vitamins

A0.02mg

C9.5mg

D0mg

E0.26mg

K6.4mg

B10.03mg

B20.03mg

B30.42mg

B50.14mg

B60.03mg

B95mg

B120mg

Minerals

Calcium6mg

Iron0.17mg

Magnesium7mg

Phosphorus16mg

Potassium157mg

Sodium0mg

Zinc0.1mg

Selenium0mg

Culinary profile

sweetness7

acidity6

bitterness1

umami1

aroma6

textureJuicy, fleshy, and smooth with a slightly snappy, tart skin

Properties

glycemic index39

glycemic load4.5

ph3.9

water activity0.98

Diets

✓ vegan✓ vegetarian✓ paleo✓ gluten free✓ mediterranean

Processing states

raw

Fresh, unprocessed ingredient. Store refrigerated.

46 kcal4°C120 hrs

boiled

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

43.7 kcal4°C48 hrs

steamed

Steamed. Minimal nutrient loss, retains natural texture.

45.08 kcal4°C48 hrs

baked

Oven-baked. Moderate water loss, flavour concentration.

50.6 kcal4°C48 hrs

grilled

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

49.68 kcal4°C24 hrs

fried

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

123.54 kcal4°C24 hrs

smoked

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

52.9 kcal4°C168 hrs

frozen

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

46 kcal-18°C2160 hrs

dried

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

302.29 kcal20°C8640 hrs

pickled

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

55.7 kcal4°C720 hrs

Best pairings

Cinnamon9.0 / 10

Honey8.7 / 10

Sugar8.4 / 10

Vanilla8.1 / 10

Almonds7.8 / 10

Pork7.5 / 10

Walnuts7.2 / 10

Ginger6.9 / 10

Red wine6.5 / 10

Orange6.2 / 10