How much rock sugar should be used for rock sugar stewed pears?

Generally, there is no fixed standard for the amount of rock sugar used in making rock sugar stewed pears. The quantity should be flexibly adjusted according to the size of the pear, personal taste preferences, and consumption needs. The core principle is to ensure the sweetness is moderate and does not mask the natural sweetness of the pear. Detailed analysis is as follows:

When preparing rock sugar stewed pears, if using a pear of medium size, it is generally appropriate to use 15–20 grams of rock sugar. This quantity can effectively neutralize the slight bitterness of the pear without making the taste overly sweet. If the pear is larger in size, the amount of rock sugar can be appropriately increased by 5–10 grams. If a lighter taste is preferred or sugar intake needs to be controlled, the amount can be reduced to 10–15 grams. In terms of flavor pairing, the role of rock sugar is to enhance and balance the taste of the pear, so more is not necessarily better. Excessive use of rock sugar increases the overall sugar content of the beverage, which may be detrimental to health if consumed excessively over a long period and may also mask the natural fragrance of the pear.

In addition, during the stewing process, the rock sugar gradually melts and infuses into the pear. It is recommended to start with the basic quantity and then adjust the sweetness as needed after the stewing is complete, to avoid adding too much rock sugar at the beginning, which may lead to an imbalance in flavor.