Tanghulu Recipe: Glossy and Sweet
Classic Tanghulu with glossy, sweet flavor.
Ingredients
- 16 fresh strawberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar optional
- 8 bamboo skewers
- Optional: Toasted sesame seeds edible flowers
- Suggested Pairings: Green tea fresh fruit platter
Instructions
- Dry strawberries; skewer 2 per stick; place on parchment-lined sheet.
- Boil sugar, water, and cream of tartar to 300°F (hard-crack stage), 5–7 min.
- Test syrup; adjust for hard, glossy texture.
- Dip skewers in syrup; place on a sheet to harden.
- Serve on a white ceramic platter with sesame seeds, tea, and fruit.
Notes
- Dry fruit for proper coating.
- Serve immediately; store dry up to 4 hours.
- Try mixed fruit or a spiced variation.
- Pair with yogurt dip.