Tanghulu (also known as bingtang hulu) is a traditional Chinese snack consisting of hardened sugar coated fruits on a stick. (typical), tanghulu is made of hawthorns that are rich vitamin C. In recent times, tanghulu makers (add) variety to this traditional snack by using other fruits such as cherries, strawberries, pineapples or grapes.
Tanghulu can taste sweet or sour, depending on your fruit. Traditional tanghulu using hawthorn berries is said to taste like a (combine) of both. You can, of course, make your own Tanghulu using any fruit you desire.
Tanghulu is easier (make) at home than you might think. The trick is to use the correct water to sugar ratio (比例) and boil the sugar water mixture its temperature reaches 150℃. Then quickly dip your fruit skewer (扦) into the sugar mixture. This will result in fruit that's coated in a thin layer of hard candy that cracks when (bite) into.
Tanghulu is commonly eaten in the winter. You can find (travel) traders roaming (游荡) in the streets, selling this unique snack. If you want to try the sticky treat (you), you can find Tanghulu stands near most of the popular tourist attractions in China. Tanghulu isn't expensive, as a skewer costs only $1. So, what could possibly stop you from giving one try?
