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Pear Halve

Pyrus communis Allergen-Free
Pear Halve

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Rosaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round (canned)
  • Source Pears

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A half portion of a pear, often canned or preserved, offering a sweet, juicy, and slightly gritty texture.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Fruity, Mildly Tart
TextureSoft, Juicy, Slightly Gritty
AromaFloral, Fruity
AcidityLow-Medium

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 125g (1/2 cup)
Calories60 kcal
Total Fat0.1 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.3 g
Total Carbohydrate15 g
Dietary Fiber1.5 g
Total Sugars12 g
Calcium7 mg
Iron0.2 mg
Potassium70 mg

Chef’s Secret

For elegant plating, lightly grill or pan-sear canned pear halves after draining to add a hint of caramelization and visual appeal.

Substitutions

Best Match

Canned Peaches

1:1

Similar sweetness, texture, and use in desserts or salads.

Fresh Pear (poached)

1:1

Fresher flavor, can be poached to achieve a similar soft texture.

Canned Apricot Halves

1:1

Tangier, but offers similar texture and use case in preserves or desserts.

Apple Slices (canned or stewed)

1:1

Different flavor, but comparable soft texture for baked goods or topping.

Buying Guide

Choose pears canned in light syrup or juice to minimize added sugar. Inspect cans for dents or bulges.

Flavor Pairings

Cinnamon nutmeg ginger vanilla caramel cheese (blue cheese brie) walnuts almonds pork.