Rock Sugar

Rock Sugar

Condiment Good year-round
Used in 1 of 45 cuisines (2%)

Crystalline sugar with a glossy appearance and a mild sweetness; rock sugar dissolves slowly and adds a subtle depth to both sweet and savory dishes.

Where it comes from

Rock sugar has been used in Asian cooking for centuries, prized for its purity and ability to enhance flavors without overpowering them.

In the kitchen

Typically used in desserts and teas, it enriches dishes with a gentle sweetness while balancing more robust flavors in savory preparations.

Nutrition (per 100g)

380kcalCal
0.0gProtein
0.0gFat
100.0gCarbs
0.0gFiber

Values are AI-estimated, not from a laboratory database

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