Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Stevia ?
A natural sweetener from the Stevia rebaudiana plant, offering zero calories and intense sweetness, often in less refined forms than 'Stevia Powder'.
"From ancient herb to modern global sweetener, Stevia represents a significant shift towards natural, low-calorie alternatives in our diets."
Quel goût a le/la/l'Stevia ?
Intensely sweet, often with a slight licorice or bitter aftertaste, especially in less purified forms.
- Taste
- Intense sweet, Herbal, Sometimes slight licorice aftertaste
- Texture
- Dried leaf (coarse or fine), Liquid extract
- Aroma
- Herbal, Slight
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Non-Glycemic Index
0 (Does not raise blood sugar)
Origin
Paraguay & Brazil
Sweetening Compounds
Steviol Glycosides
Valeurs nutritionnelles
Per 0.5 g (1/4 tsp)Le secret du chef
For a homemade liquid stevia, simmer dried stevia leaves in water, then strain. This allows for precise measurement in beverages without the powdery residue.
Substituts & Proportions pour Stevia
Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Stevia est Monk Fruit Sweetener, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Natural, zero-calorie, intense sweetness, often with less aftertaste.
| Substitut | Proportion | Idéal pour |
|---|---|---|
| Monk Fruit Sweetener Meilleur | 1:1 | Natural, zero-calorie, intense sweetness, often with less aftertaste. |
| Erythritol | 1:1 (by volume for bulk, adjust for sweetness) | Zero-calorie, no blood sugar impact, but less sweet than pure stevia. |
| Xylitol | 1:1 (by volume for bulk) | Similar sweetness to sugar, but lower calorie; toxic to dogs. |
| Agave Nectar | 1:2 (half the amount) | Natural, sweeter than sugar, but contains calories and affects blood sugar. |
Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Stevia
- Be aware that "Stevia" can refer to whole leaves, liquid extracts, or highly refined powders.
- Understand the product's concentration.
Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Stevia ?
- Coffee
- tea
- herbal infusions
- fruit salads
- sugar-free desserts.
Questions fréquentes
Quel goût a le Stevia ?
Intensely sweet, often with a slight licorice or bitter aftertaste, especially in less purified forms. Herbal, Slight
Quel est un bon substitut pour Stevia ?
Le meilleur substitut est Monk Fruit Sweetener (1:1). Natural, zero-calorie, intense sweetness, often with less aftertaste.
Comment choisir et conserver le Stevia ?
Be aware that "Stevia" can refer to whole leaves, liquid extracts, or highly refined powders. Understand the product's concentration.
