Tanghulu

Tanghulu is a traditional Chinese snack consisting of candied fruit skewered on a stick, typically made with hawthorn berries, but can also include strawberries, grapes, or other fruits.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: Chinese

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Fruits

10 hawthorn berries or other fruits like strawberries or grapes

Sugar Syrup

1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1 tbsp corn syrup optional for smoother texture

Method

Prepare the Fruits

Wash and dry the fruits thoroughly. If using strawberries or grapes, remove the stems. Skewer the fruits onto the skewers.

Make the Sugar Syrup

In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, and corn syrup. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
Bring the mixture to a boil and cook until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage) on a candy thermometer.

Coat the Fruits

Remove the saucepan from heat. Quickly dip each skewer of fruit into the hot sugar syrup, ensuring the fruit is fully coated.
Place the coated skewers on parchment paper to cool and harden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 38gPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 36gVitamin C: 10mg

Notes

Tanghulu is best enjoyed fresh. Experiment with different fruits for varied flavors.

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