Tanghulu Recipe (Chinese Candied Fruit)
This tanghulu recipe for a popular Chinese candied fruit snack only requires 3 ingredients and has the most satisfying crunch!
INSTRUCTIONS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Place skewer on a plate, repeat with the remaining (work fast so the sugar doesn't burn), and enjoy!