Skewered hawthorn berries coated in a hard candy shell, a beloved Beijing street snack. The contrast between the sour fruit and sweet crunchy coating is addictive.
Nutrition & Info
349
kcal per serving
Protein
Carbs
Fat
Equipment Needed
candy thermometer
Instructions
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1
Wash and dry fruit thoroughly, remove stems and seeds from hawthorns.
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2
Thread five or six fruits onto each bamboo skewer.
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3
Boil sugar and water until it reaches hard crack stage at 150C.
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4
Quickly dip each skewer into the hot sugar, rotating to coat evenly.
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5
Place on oiled parchment to harden, which takes only seconds in cold air.
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Did You Know?
Tanghulu dates back to the Song Dynasty and was originally made as medicine, with the sugar coating intended to make bitter herbs palatable.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- candy thermometer
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