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Tanghulu Recipe

Tanghulu is a traditional Chinese snack featuring fresh fruit coated in hard candy. This delightful treat is perfect for festivals or a sweet indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 6 servings
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Fresh fruits strawberries, grapes, or mandarins
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon corn syrup
  • Wooden skewers

Instructions
 

  • Wash and dry the fruits thoroughly.
  • Skewer the fruits onto wooden sticks, spacing them evenly.
  • In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, and corn syrup.
  • Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  • Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil without stirring.
  • Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature.
  • Cook until the mixture reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
  • Remove from heat and let it cool for a few seconds.
  • Dip each skewer of fruit into the syrup, ensuring full coverage.
  • Place the skewers on a parchment-lined baking sheet to harden.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 39gSugar: 35g
Keyword tanghulu, Chinese dessert, fruit snacks, street food
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