Candied Lemon Peel
Tanghulu, also known as Chinese candied fruit, is a classic street snack in China. It is a perfect balance of sweet and sour, made with juicy fruit and coated with a hard shell of crystalized sugar. In this recipe, we'll be using fresh strawberries, but feel free to use your favorite fruit!
Instructions
Instructions:
Wash and dry strawberries, and then insert them onto the skewers or bamboo sticks.
In a medium-sized saucepan, heat water and sugar over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
Once the sugar is dissolved, increase the heat to high and let the mixture boil until it reaches the hard crack stage, which is between 300°F to 310°F on a candy thermometer.
Once the mixture reaches the hard crack stage, immediately remove the saucepan from heat.
Dip the strawberries, one at a time, into the hot sugar mixture and swirl until completely coated.
Place the coated strawberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet that has been lightly coated with cooking spray.
Let the tanghulu cool completely, which should take about 15-20 minutes.
Serve and enjoy!
Healthy Eating Inspiration: Fruit is always a great option when you're trying to make healthier choices. And when you're making Tanghulu, you're getting all the benefits of fruit without any added unhealthy ingredients. In fact, fruit is one of the best sources of natural sugar, which is much better for your body than the processed sugar that you find in many sweets.
Plus, when you make Tanghulu at home, you have complete control over the ingredients that you use. So, you can choose high-quality, organic fruit and sweeteners that are free of chemicals and preservatives. And that's a recipe for success!
So, next time you're craving something sweet, try making a batch of Tanghulu. Your taste buds and your body will thank you!