Have you ever tried a candied crab on a stick? 🦀🍭
In Harbin, a city in China famous for its ice and snow festivals, street snacks are getting a wild makeover! The traditional tanghulu (say “tong-hoo-loo”), which are usually candied fruits like hawthorns (small red berries), have turned into something totally unexpected.
On Central Avenue, the busiest street in town, vendors are now selling tanghulu made from all sorts of things! Picture this: candied strawberries 🍓, grapes 🍇, and… eggplants 🍆? Cucumbers 🥒? Even spicy chili peppers 🌶️ and sausages 🌭 are getting the sugary treatment! Some stalls are even offering candied king crabs and hairy crabs! 🦀
It’s like a carnival for your taste buds! Imagine biting into a crunchy, sweet coating and finding a savory sausage inside. Weird or wonderful? You decide!
These creative snacks are drawing big crowds. Kids and adults line up to try these unique treats. It’s a mix of sweet and savory like you’ve never tasted before.
So if you ever visit Harbin, would you dare to try a candied chili pepper? Or maybe a sugary crab on a stick? It’s an adventure in every bite!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
