
sugar
Sugar is primarily composed of carbohydrates providing approximately 4 calories per gram, with negligible protein, fat, or micronutrients in refined white sugar. Specialty sugars such as muscovado and coconut sugar contain trace minerals including potassium and iron, though in nutritionally insignificant quantities.
About
Sugar is a simple carbohydrate (monosaccharide or disaccharide) that serves as a fundamental sweetening agent in culinary applications worldwide. The most common culinary sugar is sucrose, a disaccharide derived from sugar cane (Saccharum officinarum) or sugar beets (Beta vulgaris), which is extracted, refined, and crystallized into granulated form. Sucrose comprises glucose and fructose units bonded together and represents approximately 99.9% purity in refined white sugar.\n\nSugar exists in multiple forms beyond granulated white sugar, including brown sugar (sucrose with molasses), muscovado (moist, mineral-rich), demerara, and turbinado (large-crystal varieties), as well as other sweetening sources such as honey, maple syrup, and coconut sugar. Each variety possesses distinct moisture content, crystal size, and residual mineral profiles that influence flavor and culinary properties. Chemically, sugar is highly soluble in water and undergoes transformation when heated—caramelizing at elevated temperatures and undergoing the Maillard reaction when combined with proteins.
Culinary Uses
Sugar functions as a fundamental ingredient across all culinary traditions, serving roles that extend far beyond simple sweetening. In baking, it modifies texture (providing moisture and tenderness), promotes browning through caramelization and the Maillard reaction, and contributes to structure through its hygroscopic properties. In confectionery, precise heating and crystallization techniques transform sugar into syrups, caramels, fondant, and pulled sugar sculptures. Sugar also functions as a preservative in jams and pickles, balances acidity in sauces, and enhances the perception of other flavors. It appears in savory applications including barbecue rubs, glazes, and Asian cooking, where balance between sweet and savory is essential.
Used In
Recipes Using sugar (2,800)
Russian Borscht
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
Russian Cabbage Soup
Russian Cabbage Soup from the Recidemia collection
Russian Cole Slaw
Russian Cole Slaw from the Recidemia collection
Russian-style Red Currant Jelly
Russian-style Red Currant Jelly from the Recidemia collection
Rye Bread Kvass
Rye Bread Kvass from the Recidemia collection
Rye Gems
Rye Gems from the Recidemia collection
Saak-er Ghanto
Saak-er Ghanto from the Recidemia collection
Sachertorte Squares
Sachertorte Squares from the Recidemia collection
Safe and No Weep Meringue
This meringue recipe is by Nick Malgieri. It is light and fluffy, and serves many purposes. Add butter and it can be used as a cake frosting or filling. For a no-weep meringue topping for a pie, just omit butter.
Saffron Sweet Rice
Saffron Sweet Rice from the Recidemia collection
Sago Steamed in Banana Leaves
A yummy dessert to satisfy anyone’s sweet tooth.
Saint Patrick's Day Cupcakes
Celebrate the luck o' the Irish by serving these festive cupcakes for dessert. Kids and leprechauns alike will love the color and the loads of chocolate chips inside! Be sure to have adult help with the baking.
Sako
A traditional caramelized tapioca sweet
Sakura Mochi
Traditional Japanese Girl's Day treat (March 3rd) From "Catsrecipes Y-Group"
Salade de Cocombres et de Courgettes
Cucumber-zucchini salad
Salady Voankazo
Fruit Compote with Lichee Nuts
Salata Khiyar
Egyptian sliced cucumber salad Contributed by World Recipes Y-GroupThis Y-group is international. Good food from all parts of the world. A place where we can share the wonderful food from all over the world.
Sally Parker's Boiled Spice Cake
Sally Parker's Boiled Spice Cake from the Recidemia collection
Sally's Ladies Casserole (Though the men like it, too!)
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Source: My old rec
Salor Kor-Ko Sap
Khmer Vegetarian Stew. Savory eggplant, bitter melon, pumpkin and spinach with Khmer favorite spices is very tasty.
Salor Machu Kreoung
Yield: 4 servings
Salsa Cerveza with Tortilla Chips
Makes about 2½ cups
Salsa Chicken
This is a no-brainier chicken recipe that you seriously can not screw up. And it's great because you will actually use your leftovers instead of having them slowly rot in your refrigerator, only to find them six months later.
Salsa Dip
Salsa Dip from the Recidemia collection
Saltanosiai
Cold Noses
Salted mustard greens and shredded meat noodle soup
(雪菜肉絲麵) is a Chinese dish composed of salted mustard greens (雪裡紅), shredded pork (肉絲), soup stock, and noodles. Many Chinese restaurants in the US serve this dish.
Saltibarsciai I
Cold beet soup
Saltine Cookies
Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group
Salvador Shrimp in Fruit Sauce
Salvador Shrimp in Fruit Sauce from the Recidemia collection
Sambousik Lahme
Meat pastries
Sand Torte
" It has a lovely flavor and tastes great if served with a fruit sauce, such as strawberry.
Sanfaina de Conejo
Catalan rabbit dish
Saskatoon Pie
This fine recipe will last forever, i got to taste this and it was delicious ! Requires only basic cooking skills !
Sauce Mayonnaise
Sauce Mayonnaise from the Recidemia collection
Sauce til Kålsalat
Danish dressing for coleslaw Danish Dressing for Coleslaw - Sauce til Kålsalat
Sauerkraut and Pork
Sauerkraut and Pork from the Recidemia collection
Sauerkraut Candy
From my grandmother's collection. Dated 1928. This one sounds really strange to me, but my mother tells me she had it many times as a child and it is fabulous. Let me know if you try it and what you think.
Sauk-Prairie Eagle Inn Easy Sour Cream Raisin Pie
Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group * Makes 7 to 8 s
Sausage and Mashers
Sausage and Mashers from the Recidemia collection
Sausage and Pepper Heroes
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Sausage Hotpot
This recipe is for two hungry persons. 400 calories per serving (informed estimate) This is a slightly more developed version of a Sausage Hotpot recipe which was improvised in an effort to use up various items in my refrigerator and larder.
Sautéed Steamed Broccoli
Contributed by Delma Catsrecipes Y-Group * Serves:4
Savory Lemon Vegetables
Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group
Savta's Passover Brownies
Savta's Passover Brownies from the Recidemia collection
Scallion Crêpes with Red Lentils
Scallion Crêpes with Red Lentils from the Recidemia collection
Scalloped Tomatoes
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Serves 6 * Source:
Schaum Torte
Sea foam cake. A very light, flourless cake.
Schwe Yin Aye
Shwe Yin Aye (coconut cream Sherbet) is an easy to prepare dessert, which can also be served as a snack.
Scotch Wafers
These are well adapted for children's luncheons, and are much enjoyed by the convalescent, taken with a glass of milk.
Scottish Fancies
Scottish Fancies from the Recidemia collection