TikTok trend “Tanghulu” shocks experts, threatens serious injuries

Simply make candied fruits quickly at home – this trend is currently making the rounds on TiKTok and goes by the name “Tanghulu”. It is a widespread specialty in Asia in which fruits such as berries or grapes are skewered and then dipped in a melted sugar glaze.

That’s why the “Tanghulu” TikTok trend is dangerous

Numerous users on TikTok have taken advantage of the delicious colors of the treat and popularized a quick microwave method. A typical glassy coating with just a few ingredients – and all in just five minutes? No wonder this trend is making the rounds on TikTok.

But now experts are warning against the hype: there is a risk of burns – and these are extremely dangerous, especially for children. Loud”Today” Some burns are so severe that skin grafts are required.

Caidan (9) suffered severe burns

Nine-year-old Caidan from Pittsburgh (USA) also wanted to try the trendy recipe from China, as RTL reports. But the attempt backfires and the boy suffers severe burns.

Experts strongly advise against imitating the “Tanghulu” trend. Because hot sugar mass is many times more dangerous than, for example, hot water. The sugar must be heated to at least 150 degrees to achieve the shiny coating.

The surgeon Dr. Colleen Ryan of Boston’s Shriners Children’s Hospital spoke out loud Todaythat they have already had to treat several patients with burns due to “Tanghulu”. Australian food scientist and nutritionist Ann Reardon also sounds the alarm in a YouTube video.

According to the expert, even microwave-safe plastic containers can collapse or leak melted sugar at these high temperatures. With the right equipment and under appropriate supervision, sugar syrup can certainly be prepared in the kitchen at home – but adults should do it and children should stay away from it.