Pears, dried, sulfured, stewed, without added sugar
Whole food · Fruits and Fruit Juices
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Stewed sulfured dried pears are tender, jewel-toned morsels with a deep, concentrated sweetness and a soft, yielding texture. They offer a significant fiber boost (6.4g per 100g) and a natural sugar content that provides quick energy without added sweeteners.
Calorie split: 3% protein · 95% carbs · 2% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love them for their intense, honey-like pear flavor and the comforting, jammy texture that elevates both sweet and savory dishes. They are a cherished ingredient in traditional compotes and a convenient, naturally sweet snack.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high natural sugar content (27.41g per 100g) can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes, making portion control essential for those managing diabetes or insulin sensitivity. The sulfuring process, used to preserve color, can trigger reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals. To counteract, pair a small portion (e.g., 30-50g) with a source of protein or fat like Greek yogurt or nuts to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of dietary fiber for digestive health.
- Provides a quick, natural energy source from fruit sugars.
- Contains antioxidants like phenolic compounds.
- No added sugar, relying on the fruit's natural sweetness.
- The stewing process makes nutrients more bioavailable.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The sulfuring process that gives these pears their bright, uniform color was first commercially applied in the 19th century to prevent the browning caused by enzymatic oxidation.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 64.4 g |
| Energy | 127 kcal |
| Energy | 531 kj |
| Protein | 0.91 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.31 g |
| Ash | 0.54 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 33.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 6.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 16.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.0 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 16.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 28.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 258 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 3.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.19 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.18 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.16 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 4.0 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin | 0.35 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.07 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.04 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Choline, total | 11.2 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 2.0 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 23.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 1.0 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 3.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 42.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 24.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.03 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 9.9 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.02 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.06 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.06 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.07 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.07 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Threonine | 0.02 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.03 g |
| Leucine | 0.05 g |
| Lysine | 0.03 g |
| Methionine | 0.01 g |
| Cystine | 0.01 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.02 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.01 g |
| Valine | 0.03 g |
| Arginine | 0.02 g |
| Histidine | 0.01 g |
| Alanine | 0.03 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.18 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.07 g |
| Glycine | 0.03 g |
| Proline | 0.03 g |
| Serine | 0.03 g |
FAQ
What's the difference between sulfured and unsulfured dried pears?
Sulfured pears are treated with sulfur dioxide to preserve their light color and prevent microbial growth. Unsulfured pears are typically darker and may have a more intense, sometimes slightly fermented flavor.
Why are they 'stewed' if they're already dried?
Stewing rehydrates the dried fruit, plumping it and creating a soft, tender texture. This process also melds the flavors and creates a syrup from the fruit's own juices, making it ready to eat or use in recipes.
Can I use them in savory cooking?
Absolutely. Their concentrated sweetness pairs beautifully with rich, savory flavors. They are excellent in stuffings for duck or pork, chopped into grain salads, or simmered into a glaze for roasted root vegetables.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 1.27 kcal/g · 3% calories from protein · 6.4 g fiber · 27.4 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.01 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.