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Sugar — Nutrition & Culinary Profile

White granulated sugar is the universal sweetener in the culinary world, providing pure, unadulterated sweetness and essential structure to baked goods. It caramelizes beautifully under heat, adding deep amber color and complex flavor to sauces and desserts. Beyond sweetening, it acts as a crucial preservative in jams and helps retain moisture in cakes.

Sugar
Calories387kcal
Protein0g
Fat0g
Carbohydrates99.9g
Fiber0g
Sugar99.8g
Density0.85g/ml
Portion5g
Shelf life3650days

Vitamins

A0mg
C0mg
D0mg
E0mg
K0mg
B10mg
B20.01mg
B30mg
B50mg
B60mg
B90mg
B120mg

Minerals

Calcium1mg
Iron0.05mg
Magnesium0mg
Phosphorus0mg
Potassium2mg
Sodium1mg
Zinc0.01mg
Selenium0mg

Culinary profile

sweetness10
acidity1
bitterness1
umami1
aroma1
texturecrystalline

Properties

glycemic index65
glycemic load65
ph6.5
smoke point186
water activity0.25

Diets

veganvegetariangluten free

Processing states

raw

Fresh, unprocessed ingredient. Store refrigerated.

387 kcal4°C72 hrs

boiled

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

394.74 kcal4°C48 hrs

steamed

Steamed. Minimal nutrient loss, retains natural texture.

390.87 kcal4°C48 hrs

baked

Oven-baked. Moderate water loss, flavour concentration.

425.7 kcal4°C48 hrs

grilled

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

417.96 kcal4°C24 hrs

fried

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

986.75 kcal4°C24 hrs

smoked

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

445.05 kcal4°C168 hrs

frozen

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

387 kcal-18°C2160 hrs

dried

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

400 kcal20°C4320 hrs

pickled

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

367.65 kcal4°C720 hrs

Best pairings

Wheat flour8.5 / 10
Butter8.5 / 10
Cinnamon8.5 / 10
Vanilla8.5 / 10
Lemon8.0 / 10
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