Tanghulu
Chinese Chinese - Street Food and Snacks

Tanghulu

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An enticing artisan creation, freshly prepared with vibrant seasoning and served with complementary accompaniments.

Ingredients

  • • 400g fresh hawthorn berries, washed and dried
  • • 6 bamboo skewers
  • • 250g rock sugar
  • • 100ml water
  • • 1 tbsp white sesame seeds

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Thread 5-6 hawthorn berries onto each bamboo skewer.

2
Phase 2

Boil the rock sugar and water over medium heat until it turns clear and forms fine bubbles at 150C.

3
Phase 3

Dip each skewer into the hot syrup, twirling to coat every berry.

4
Phase 4

Lay the skewers on an oiled tray so the syrup hardens.

5
Phase 5

Sprinkle with sesame seeds and tap the glassy coating before eating.