How to Make Tanghulu

Ingredients

• 8 pieces Strawberries (washed, dried, stems removed (optional))
• 12 pieces Grapes (seedless, washed, dried)
• 4 cups White Granulated Sugar (for candy glass coating)
• 2 cups Water (for sugar solution)
• 1 cup Ice Water (for shocking the candy coating)
• 4 pieces Wooden Skewers (for holding fruit)

Instructions

1. Prepare Fruit

   Rinse strawberries and grapes under cold water, pat dry thoroughly, remove strawberry stems (optional), then thread one strawberry and three grapes onto each wooden skewer.

   Time: PT5M

2. Set Up Ice Bath

   Fill a bowl with ice and water, set aside for shocking the hot candy coating.

   Time: PT2M

3. Measure Sugar and Water

   Measure 4 cups of white granulated sugar and 2 cups of water and pour both into a saucepan.

   Time: PT2M

4. Begin Heating

   Place the saucepan over medium‑high heat and stir gently just until the sugar is moistened, then stop stirring.

   Time: PT2M

5. Reach Hard‑Crack Stage

   Allow the mixture to boil without stirring until it reaches 300°F (150°C), the hard‑crack stage. This usually takes 25‑30 minutes.

   Time: PT30M

   Temperature: 300°F

6. Remove from Heat

   Carefully remove the pan from the burner and let the syrup sit for about 1 minute to settle.

   Time: PT1M

7. Dip Fruit and Shock

   Tilt the pan to coat the bottom with a thin layer of syrup, quickly dip each fruit skewer into the hot syrup, then immediately submerge it in the ice‑water bath to set the candy glass.

   Time: PT5M

8. Dry Coated Fruit

   Place the coated skewers on a silicone mat or parchment‑lined sheet pan and let them cool completely.

   Time: PT2M

9. Optional Candy Glass Sheets

   Pour any leftover hot syrup onto a silicone mat, spread thin, and let harden. Break into shards for garnish or use as simple syrup later.

   Time: PT5M

10. Serve

    Enjoy the Tang Hulu immediately or store as instructed.

    Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

150

Protein

0 g

Carbohydrates

38 g

Fat

0 g

Fiber

2 g