Rock sugar gourd is a traditional Chinese delicacy, and its unique sweet and sour taste and crispy texture are deeply loved by people. And one of the keys to making rock sugar gourds is to boil the syrup. So, how should rock sugar gourd syrup be boiled?
First of all, we need to prepare the required ingredients: sugar, water, citric acid, coloring, and bamboo skewers. Mix the sugar and water together in a certain proportion and heat until boiling. During the heating process, we need to stir constantly to avoid the syrup from burning.
When the syrup is burned to a certain temperature, an appropriate amount of citric acid can be added, which can enhance the taste and color of the syrup. Then, we can add the right amount of coloring as needed to make the syrup appear more vibrant in color.
Next, we need to put the hawthorn, apple, yam and other ingredients that have been worn into the syrup so that it is evenly coated with the syrup. Then, remove the wrapped ingredients and let them dry.
In the process of boiling the syrup, it is necessary to pay attention to controlling the heat and the temperature of the syrup. If the heat is too high, the syrup will burn;If the temperature is too low, the color and taste of the syrup will be affected. Therefore, it is necessary to master the heat and temperature to make a crispy and delicious rock sugar gourd.
In addition to the materials and steps mentioned above, there are some tips that can help you make a more delicious rock sugar gourd. For example, adding the right amount of honey to the syrup can increase the stickiness and taste of the syrupWhen wrapping ingredients, it is necessary to quickly coat the ingredients in the syrup to prevent the syrup from cooling and solidifyingWhen drying, you need to put the rock sugar gourd in a ventilated and dry place to avoid moisture and direct sunlight.
In short, making rock sugar gourd syrup requires a certain amount of skill and patience, but as long as you master the correct practices and precautions, you can make a crispy, delicious, sweet and sour rock sugar gourd. Hopefully, these steps and tips will help you make a more delicious rock sugar gourd syrup.