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Strawberry Tanghulu Recipe

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Strawberry Tanghulu is a classic Chinese street food treat made by coating fresh strawberries in a crunchy, glass-like sugar shell. Sweet, juicy, and perfectly crisp, these beautiful candied strawberries are surprisingly easy to make at home. They’re perfect for parties, desserts, or as a fun snack!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pint (16 oz / 450 g) fresh strawberries, washed and thoroughly dried
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (120 ml) water
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) light corn syrup (optional, for extra shine and stability)
  • Bamboo skewers or toothpicks

Instructions

1. Prepare the strawberries:

  • Remove the stems from the strawberries (or leave them on for easier dipping).
  • Thoroughly dry the strawberries with paper towels—any moisture will prevent the sugar from sticking properly.
  • Skewer 2-3 strawberries onto each bamboo stick.

2. Make the sugar syrup:

  • In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, and corn syrup (if using).
  • Heat over medium heat without stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  • Continue cooking until the syrup reaches 300°F (150°C) (the hard-crack stage) on a candy thermometer—this will take about 10-15 minutes.

3. Dip the strawberries:

  • Once the syrup reaches the right temperature, remove it from the heat immediately.
  • Working quickly, dip each skewer of strawberries into the syrup, rotating to coat evenly.
  • Let any excess syrup drip off, and place the skewers on a parchment-lined baking sheet or silicone mat to harden.

4. Serve:

  • Allow the candy coating to cool and harden completely (this should take about 5 minutes).
  • Serve immediately for the perfect crispy bite!

Notes

  • Work quickly: The syrup hardens fast, so dip the strawberries as soon as the syrup hits temperature.
  • No thermometer? Test the syrup by dropping a bit into cold water—if it hardens and cracks immediately, it’s ready.
  • Avoid humidity: Tanghulu works best in a dry environment; moisture can make the sugar coating sticky.

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