How to make strawberry tanghulu

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Strawberries (washed, stems removed, patted completely dry)
• 2 cups Granulated Sugar (white granulated sugar)
• 1 cup Water (filtered water)
• 2 cups Ice (crushed ice in a shallow bowl for setting the candy coating)
• 12 pieces Bamboo Skewers (6‑inch wooden skewers)

Instructions

1. Wash and Dry Strawberries

   Rinse the strawberries under cold water, remove the stems, and pat them completely dry with a kitchen towel.

   Time: PT5M

2. Thread Strawberries onto Skewers

   Insert each strawberry onto a bamboo skewer, leaving a small gap between the fruit and the top of the stick for easier handling.

   Time: PT5M

3. Prepare Ice Setting Bowl

   Fill a shallow bowl with crushed ice and set it near the stove.

   Time: PT2M

4. Make Sugar Syrup

   Combine the 2 cups of sugar and 1 cup of water in the saucepan. Heat over medium‑high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves, then bring to a rolling boil. Continue boiling until the mixture turns a clear, glossy syrup (about 150°C/300°F).

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: Medium‑high heat

5. Dip Strawberries in Syrup and Ice

   Using tongs, quickly dip each skewered strawberry into the hot syrup, allowing excess to drip off, then immediately place it into the ice bowl to set the coating.

   Time: PT3M

6. Let the Coating Harden

   Leave the fruit in the ice for about 5 minutes until the sugar shell is firm and glossy.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

120

Protein

0g

Carbohydrates

30g

Fat

0g

Fiber

2g