Imagine strolling down Harbin's Central Avenue, and instead of the usual candied fruits on a stick, you're handed a glossy, sugar-coated king crab! 🦀🍡 Sounds wild, right? Well, Harbin is shaking up the street food scene with a tanghulu revolution that's turning heads and tantalizing taste buds.
Traditionally, tanghulu is all about those sweet and sour candied haws that have been a go-to Chinese snack for ages. But now, vendors are getting creative, skewering everything from juicy strawberries and grapes to unexpected treats like eggplants, cucumbers, chili peppers, and yes, even sausages! 🌶️🍆🌭
But the star of the show? Crabs! 🦀 Harbin's innovative foodies are serving up king crabs and hairy crabs coated in that signature hard candy shell, blending savory seafood with a sugary crunch. It's a fusion that's as Instagram-worthy as it is delicious. 📸
This sweet-meets-savory trend is drawing crowds of curious foodies eager to try something new. Whether you're an adventurous eater or just love snapping pics of unique eats, Harbin's tanghulu scene is the place to be. So next time you're in the city, don't miss out on this crunchy, sweet, and utterly surprising snack adventure! 😋
Reference(s):
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