Tanghulu Recipe (Chinese Candied Fruit)

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb strawberries, grapes, or other fruit of choice (~30 pieces)
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 cup water

INSTRUCTIONS

1. 1 Wash fruit and pat dry. Remove leaves, stems, or any inedible parts. Place fruit onto skewers. I recommend 3 pieces or less per skewer so it is easier to work with.
2. 2 In a small pot on low to medium heat, add sugar and water. Do not stir. Bring to a boil and simmer until it is thick like syrup and amber in color (~300°F). This takes about 10-20 minutes.
3. 3 Test the temperature of the syrup by drizzling a spoonful into an ice water bath. If it hardens within seconds and cracks when bent, then it is ready.
4. 4 Quickly dip the fruit skewers in syrup then swirl to evenly coat a thin layer. Immediately dip the skewer into an ice water bath to cool and harden the sugar coating.
5. 5 Place skewer on a plate, repeat with the remaining (work fast so the sugar doesn't burn), and enjoy!