Why it works: Maple syrup and olive work together. They rank in the top 22% of all ingredient pairs, and cooks put them together in 588 recipes. Both carry methyl butyrate, which smells fruity, apple. The science ↓
Candy Syrup
Ingredients
Directions
pour a little olive oil on the dish. pour in maple syrup. refridgerate submitted by: no one special ()
Nutrition, whole recipe (rough)
What these numbers assume: 2 portions
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Olive Oil | 1 tbsp (14g) | 119 |
| Maple Syrup | 1 tbsp (20ml) | 52 |
One typical portion per ingredient; the recipe's quantities are not counted. A rough guide only, not for medical or dietary planning.
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The flavor team
The pairs that carry this dish. Each one is judged two ways: how much their aromas overlap, and how often cooks already put them together.
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Maple syrup + olivetop 22% of all pairsSmell alikelowCooked together588 recipes
Shared aroma: methyl butyrate (fruity, apple).
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