Tanghulu

Tanghulu is a symbol of many Chinese childhood memories. Until now, it is still one of the most popular snacks in Chinese streets.

What is Tanghulu

Tanghulu (simplified Chinese: 糖葫芦) also called bingtanghulu. It is a traditional Chinese cuisine. It is made by stringing wild fruits with bamboo sticks and dipping them with maltose. It tastes sweet and sour. And it is suitable for all ages. It is not only delicious but also very beautiful. The red and wild mountain plants are arranged on bamboo sticks according to their size, and they are covered with crystal clear sugar. When the Tanghulu strung on a special wooden stick, it is tempting and like a small tree full of fruit.

The history of Tanghulu

During the Guangzong period of the Song Dynasty, to treat his wife’s anorexia, a folk doctor invented the sugar gourd. And then, it slowly became popular. During the Qing Dynasty, Tanghulu was prevalent in various parts of China, such as tea houses, theaters, and streets. They have become traditional snacks in China.

Tanghulu recipe

You’ll need:

Hawthorn
300g sugar
150g clear water

How to make Tanghulu

1. Wash the hawthorn and tie it with bamboo sticks.

2. Add the clear water and sugar in a wok. Mix them well.

3. Heat the wok under middle heat until bubbles appear and color change. (Use chopsticks to dip the syrup into the cold water and it will solidify quickly.)

4. Put the hawthorn in the wok and quickly cover it with syrup. Let it cool and serve.

Tanghulu

Tanghulu is a symbol of many Chinese childhood memories. Until now, it is still a favorite snack in Chinese streets.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Snack

Cuisine Chinese

Servings 3

Calories 236 kcal

Ingredients

  

• Hawthorn
• 300g sugar
• 150g clear water

Instructions

 

• Wash the hawthorn and tie it with bamboo sticks.
• Add the clear water and sugar in a wok. Mix them well.
• Heat the wok under middle heat until bubbles appear and color change. (Use chopsticks to dip the syrup into the cold water and it will solidify quickly.)
• Put the hawthorn in the wok and quickly cover it with syrup. Let it cool and serve.

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