Tanghulu
Tanghulu is a delightful and visually appealing treat that brings the essence of traditional Chinese street food right to your home. This recipe allows you to create crunchy candied fruit, perfect for parties, gatherings, or simply as a sweet snack. With its glossy sugar coating, tanghulu is not only easy to make but also offers endless possibilities when it comes to fruit selection. Whether you choose strawberries, grapes, or apple slices, this treat is sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Enjoy the natural sweetness of fresh fruit enhanced by a crunchy sugar shell with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 6 servings (6 skewers) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 lb strawberries or other firm fruits
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry your chosen fruits.
- Skewer 1-3 pieces of fruit onto bamboo skewers.
- In a saucepan, combine water and sugar; bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Monitor the mixture with a candy thermometer until it reaches 300°F (approximately 5-10 minutes).
- Dip each skewer into the hot syrup to coat evenly.
- Place coated skewers on a sheet pan or parchment paper to cool and harden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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