Palm Sugar

Palm Sugar

Condiment Good year-round
Used in 2 of 45 cuisines (4%)

Palm sugar offers a rich, caramel-like sweetness with subtle hints of butterscotch, providing a complex flavor profile. Its soft texture and dark amber hue elevate both sweet and savory dishes, making it a treasured ingredient in various cuisines.

Where it comes from

Derived from the sap of palm trees, palm sugar has been used in Southeast Asian cooking for centuries. It is often favored for its lower glycemic index and natural flavor compared to refined sugars.

In the kitchen

Palm sugar is commonly used to sweeten curries, desserts, and beverages, adding a depth of flavor that refined sugars cannot match. Its unique characteristics enhance the overall taste of dishes.

Nutrition (per 100g)

377kcalCal
0.0gProtein
0.0gFat
100.0gCarbs
0.0gFiber

Values are AI-estimated, not from a laboratory database

Flavor affinities

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