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25min
8 servings
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Tanghulu is a traditional Chinese street snack featuring fresh fruits coated in a hard, glossy sugar shell. This sweet treat offers a delightful contrast between the crunchy candy exterior and juicy fruit inside. Originally made with hawthorn berries, this version uses strawberries for a more accessible and equally delicious experience that creates a stunning visual presentation perfect for snacking or entertaining.
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Fiber
Sugar
1 g
52 g
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Prepare the fruit
Wash the strawberries thoroughly under cold water. Pat the strawberries completely dry with paper towels.
Prepare the skewers
Insert bamboo skewers through the stem end of each strawberry. Place 2 strawberries on each skewer, leaving space between them.
Set up a cooling station
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the baking sheet near your stove for quick transfer of dipped fruit.
Prepare an ice bath
Fill a large bowl with ice water. Place it near your cooking area to test the sugar syrup.
Combine sugar mixture
Add granulated sugar, water, and corn syrup to a medium saucepan.
Heat the sugar mixture
Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir gently until the sugar completely dissolves.
Stop stirring
Once the sugar dissolves, stop stirring completely. Allow the mixture to boil undisturbed.
Monitor the temperature
Insert a candy thermometer into the syrup. Heat until the syrup reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
Test the syrup
Drop a small amount of syrup into the ice water. It should form hard, brittle threads that crack when bent.
Remove from heat
Once the syrup reaches 300°F, immediately remove from heat. Allow bubbles to subside for about 30 seconds.
Dip the fruit
Tilt the saucepan slightly to create a deeper pool of syrup. Quickly dip each skewered strawberry into the hot syrup.
Coat evenly
Rotate the skewer to ensure even coating around each strawberry. Allow excess syrup to drip off for a few seconds.
Cool the tanghulu
Place the dipped skewers on the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Allow to cool and harden for 5 minutes.
Work quickly
Continue the dipping process with remaining skewers. If the syrup begins to harden, warm it over low heat briefly.
Serve immediately
Serve the tanghulu within 1-2 hours of making. The sugar coating will begin to soften if left too long.
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