Sweet somethings

Our kitchens and cooking are incomplete without sugar. In fact our lives are incomplete without the sweet eats that we crave for. That being said, sugar has a dubious reputation. But there are alternatives. However, sweeteners of any form will cause insulin levels to rise (some a lot, some a little) so we should always use them in moderation. This blog hopes to give you healthier and tastier choice whenever you feel like adding a dash of sweetness to your life.


Honey

Honey is a natural sweetener that doesn't cause a significant rise or fall of blood sugar levels. Raw honey contains beneficial enzymes which are lost during processing and filtering. Honey is best used in dishes that not need to be heated.

Organic whole cane sugar

Organic whole cane sugar is dehydrated sugarcane juice and contains many minerals. It is more preferable than white sugar (which sugar that hits the factories). Whole cane sugar can completely replace white sugar. The rich molasses flavor does well in cakes and cookies or our very own payasam.

Maple Syrup

Maple syrup is rich in trace minerals and is excellent for drizzling. So instead of adding sugar to your morning breakfast of cornflakes and muesli, add maple syrup. Not only is it healthier than adding sugar, it also adds a distinct smoky flavor.

Date sugar

Date sugar is 100% dehydrated dates ground into small pieces. Date sugar does not dissolve in liquids, so it’s better used for baking. It is also great for adding texture in Indian sweets like halwa, kheer or filling for balushahi etc.

Others like Molasses, Coconut Palm sugar and Stevia can also be used as a substitute to sugar. It is best to avoid refined and chemically made sweeteners such as saccharine. So be informed and choose wisely.